Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & EKG

Lowell Community Health Center; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowell Community Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. The role supports clinicians by preparing patients, assisting with procedures, and handling essential clerical and clinical tasks to maintain smooth clinic flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with exams, preparing patients, coordinating with nursing staff, and maintaining infection control practices in a busy outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• MA certification or equivalent licensure
• BLS/CPR certification required
• 1+ years experience in ambulatory or outpatient setting desirable

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and non-direct patient care as trained.
• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms.
• Record vital signs and document in patient chart.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist with procedures.
• Communicate professionally with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Assist with procedures such as pap smears, EKG, and specimen collection.
• Perform inventory of supplies and stock exam rooms.
• Input immunization data and assist in maintaining records.

Skills

Direct patient care

Patient communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant certification

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Lowell Community Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse. The role supports clinicians by preparing patients, assisting with procedures, and handling essential clerical and clinical tasks to maintain smooth clinic flow.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with exams, preparing patients, coordinating with nursing staff, and maintaining infection control practices in a busy outpatient setting.