Ambulatory Medical Assistant: Phlebotomy & Patient Care

MedStar Health; Cherry Valley (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under physician/provider supervision. You will assist with patient exams, prepare patients, perform venipuncture and basic testing, and support clerical tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role involves working primarily in Olney, MD, with potential cross-site assignments and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Less than 1 year experience in an ambulatory care medical office or equivalent required; externship preferred.
• Cert CMA or RMA within 1 year required or equivalent; CPR certification within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with patient preparation for examinations and procedures.
• Documents activities and maintains EMR; supports patient flow and education.
• Performs point-of-care testing, venipuncture, specimen collection and clerical support as needed.
• Floats to other sites within the system and participates in meetings and safety trainings.

Skills

Clinical competency

Excellent customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under physician/provider supervision. You will assist with patient exams, prepare patients, perform venipuncture and basic testing, and support clerical tasks to ensure smooth patient flow.

The role involves working primarily in Olney, MD, with potential cross-site assignments and adherence to safety and quality standards.