Compassionate Medical Assistant - Clinical Support

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Savannah, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient care, triage, and procedures. The role emphasizes adherence to policy, patient rights, and accurate documentation.

You will assist nurses and providers, prepare exam rooms, manage supplies, and participate in quality improvement activities. Requires Education: MA program and BLS; certification eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires Medical Assistant program per state requirements.
• Experience: 1–2 years preferred.
• License & Certification: Medical Assistant diploma or national certification (AAH CMA CMA etc.) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clinical standards and follows policy/procedure manuals.
• Respect patient rights and cultural diversity; inform and involve patients in decisions.

Skills

Clinical care

Triage & check-in

Patient education

Team collaboration

Documentation

Phlebotomy (state)

Education

Medical Assistant program per state requirements

Tools

Point-of-care testing devices

Phlebotomy equipment

Job description

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Savannah, GA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with patient care, triage, and procedures. The role emphasizes adherence to policy, patient rights, and accurate documentation.

You will assist nurses and providers, prepare exam rooms, manage supplies, and participate in quality improvement activities. Requires Education: MA program and BLS; certification eligibility preferred.