Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Support

MedStar Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a physician or nurse. You will assist with patient exams, take vital signs, venipuncture, administer vaccines and medications, document in EMR, and support patient flow across multiple sites as needed.

The role requires collaboration with a care team, adherence to safety and quality standards, and active participation in

Qualifications

• Clinical competence verified during orientation and annually thereafter.
• Excellent customer service and patient interaction skills.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to department goals and adheres to policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Assists providers with patient preparation, examinations, and education; supports team for optimal patient flow.
• Screens patients for preventive care needs and barriers to care; participates in transitions of care.
• Performs point-of-care tests, venipuncture, injections, and specimen collection as ordered.
• Documents activities in the EMR; handles follow-up tests and referrals; ensures accuracy of records.
• Floats to multiple sites as needed and participates in meetings and training.

Skills

Clinical competency

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EMR

Job description

MedStar Health in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under the supervision of a physician or nurse. You will assist with patient exams, take vital signs, venipuncture, administer vaccines and medications, document in EMR, and support patient flow across multiple sites as needed.

The role requires collaboration with a care team, adherence to safety and quality standards, and active participation in