Compassionate Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

Brown Medicine; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to assist physicians in providing high-quality patient care while delivering excellent patient service. Active role in pre-visit planning, EKGs, vaccines, and data entry will be required.

Compliance with confidentiality laws and safety standards is essential. Ideal candidates have a formal MA program graduate or 3+ years of related experience, BLS certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a formal medical assistant program or minimum of 3 years MA experience.
• Experience with lab tracking, data entry, and patient histories.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient privacy requirements.
• Be able to read, write, and speak English effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care procedures and related tasks (lab tracking, data entry, chart prep).
• Perform routine procedures such as EKGs, rapid strep, urine dips, spirometry and nebulizer treatments.
• Administer injections including vaccines and medications.
• Educate patients on medical issues within established parameters.
• Schedule and track STAT referrals and pre-authorizations.
• Maintain stock levels for medicines and medical supplies.

Skills

English literacy

Basic Life Support

Medical assistant certification

High School diploma

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant certification

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Brown University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to assist physicians in providing high-quality patient care while delivering excellent patient service. Active role in pre-visit planning, EKGs, vaccines, and data entry will be required.

Compliance with confidentiality laws and safety standards is essential. Ideal candidates have a formal MA program graduate or 3+ years of related experience, BLS certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced practice.