Clinical Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin

Beacon Health System; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses with patient care and routine procedures in a busy clinic setting.

The role includes taking patient histories, preparing for examinations, performing EKGs and lab tests, handling communications, and data entry. Spanish language ability is a plus; the position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and patient-centered service.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of high school or equivalent.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential or completion of an approved Medical Assistant program plus certification.
• Prior medical office experience preferred.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses with patient care and minor procedures.
• Perform routine lab tests and EKGs; collect specimens for the lab.
• Answer calls, admit/discharge patients, and handle data entry.
• Preload patient data into the EMR and manage scheduling with the clinic system.
• Maintain patient records and assist with office procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Billing & computer skills

Analytical skills

Collaboration

EKG procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

EMR software

Billing software

Job description

Beacon Health System seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses with patient care and routine procedures in a busy clinic setting.

The role includes taking patient histories, preparing for examinations, performing EKGs and lab tests, handling communications, and data entry. Spanish language ability is a plus; the position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and patient-centered service.