Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Diagnostics

Brown University Health; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering patient care and exceptional service. The role involves collecting histories, taking vital signs, preparing charts, and assisting with a range of routine clinical procedures, including EKGs and vaccine administration.

You will educate patients, coordinate referrals, and help maintain infection control and HIPAA compliance while contributing to a high-quality patient experience at the Smithfield

Qualifications

• Strong English communication skills (reading, writing, speaking).
• BLS certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care activities (history, vitals, documentation).
• Perform clinical procedures (EKG, rapid strep test, urine dip, spirometry).
• Administer vaccines and medications as ordered.
• Educate patients on conditions, treatments, and preventive care.
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up care.
• Review care quality reports to support outcomes.

Skills

English communication

Education

High School Diploma

BLS certification

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support physicians in delivering patient care and exceptional service. The role involves collecting histories, taking vital signs, preparing charts, and assisting with a range of routine clinical procedures, including EKGs and vaccine administration.

You will educate patients, coordinate referrals, and help maintain infection control and HIPAA compliance while contributing to a high-quality patient experience at the Smithfield