Clinical Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

Northwest Health Services, Inc.; Hamilton (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will administer medications, assist with patient transport, prepare rooms and equipment, and manage lab specimens and referrals.

Responsibilities include documenting visits in electronic records, processing refills, and communicating effectively with patients and staff while maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Possess high school diploma or equivalent and MA certification preferred.
• Three years hospital/clinic experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required or preferred.
• Able to type and use computer systems accurately.
• Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments per physician directives.
• Assist patients to ambulate and transfer to exam tables and wheelchairs.
• Prepare exam rooms and restock instruments after procedures.
• Receive, document, and process medication refills and standing orders.
• Prepare lab specimens for shipment (Pap smears, cultures, etc.).
• Maintain patient records and communicate necessary information to providers.

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR knowledge

CPR/BLS

Communication

Confidentiality

Typing

Computer literacy

Time management

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/RMA) or MA program diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR software (e.g., MEDITECH/EPIC)

Job description

Northwest Health Services, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support clinicians in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will administer medications, assist with patient transport, prepare rooms and equipment, and manage lab specimens and referrals.

Responsibilities include documenting visits in electronic records, processing refills, and communicating effectively with patients and staff while maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.