Certified Medical Assistant

Pharmacy First Health; Mesick (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pharmacy First Health in Mesick, MI, is seeking a reliable Medical Assistant to support a growing rural clinic. You’ll work closely with the Family Nurse Practitioner and care team to guide patients from intake through follow-up, ensuring a smooth, patient-centered experience.

The role emphasizes accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and efficient clinic operations in a fast-paced setting with opportunities to contribute to a new clinic build.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations, including vital signs and medical history.
• Assist provider during examinations and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection as needed.
• Administer medications and vaccines per guidelines.
• Manage patient flow, room turnover, and keep exam areas stocked and clean.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-ups and communicate with patients.
• Support front desk tasks like scheduling and check-in/out.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical teamwork

Communication

Autonomy

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program

CMA/RMA certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable and patient-focused Medical Assistant to support the daily operations of our clinic in Mesick, MI. This role is critical to delivering high-quality, efficient care in a rural community setting. The Medical Assistant will work closely with the Family Nurse Practitioner and broader care team to ensure a seamless patient experience from intake through follow-up.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations, including taking and documenting vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints
• Assist the provider during examinations and procedures
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, EKGs, point-of-care testing, and specimen collection as needed
• Administer medications and vaccines in accordance with state guidelines and clinic protocols
• Manage patient flow, room turnover, and ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready
• Coordinate referrals, follow-ups, and patient communications
• Support front desk operations as needed, including scheduling and patient check-in/check-out
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record system
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, infection control, and clinic policies; assist with inventory management and ordering of medical supplies

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
• Certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) preferred
• Minimum 1–2 years of clinical experience in a primary care or outpatient setting preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
• Comfortable working in a rural healthcare setting with a high degree of autonomy

Why Join Us

This is an opportunity to be part of building a clinic from the ground up and directly impact access to care in an underserved community. You will play a key role in shaping patient experience and supporting a high-performing clinical team.

Benefits

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance