Gastroenterology Medical Assistant – Ambulatory Care

MedStar Health; Wheaton (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health’s Clinical Office – Gastroenterology in Olney, MD seeks a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care clinics Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm. Responsibilities include patient exams, venipuncture, specimen collection, vital signs, and EMR documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program, and MA certifications within 1 year. Prior ambulatory care experience is preferred and the team emphasizes patient safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• CMA or RMA certification within 1 year is required or preferred depending on department.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient exams and procedures.
• Perform clinical tasks such as venipuncture, vitals, and sample collection.
• Provide administrative support and clerical coordination.
• Maintain EMR documentation and patient flow across sites.
• Participate in safety, infection control, and quality improvement efforts.

Skills

Excellent customer service/patient互动

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

MedStar Health’s Clinical Office – Gastroenterology in Olney, MD seeks a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care clinics Monday–Friday, 8am–4:30pm. Responsibilities include patient exams, venipuncture, specimen collection, vital signs, and EMR documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited MA program, and MA certifications within 1 year. Prior ambulatory care experience is preferred and the team emphasizes patient safety and quality care.