Lead Medical Assistant & Clinic Expert

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System in Towson, MD, seeks a Medical Assistant I to assist in patient care under supervision, document in the EMR, and support daily clinic operations.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, basic testing, exam preparation, assisting with procedures, administering injections under supervision, and participating in outreach and care coordination while ensuring accurate EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current national certification through AAMA, NHA, AAH or AMT.
• Three years of medical assisting and medical practice experience.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients in courteous, friendly, respectful and professional manner.
• Document patient history, chief complaint, and health screenings in the EMR.
• Perform routine clinical testing (vital signs, specimens, EKG) following protocols.
• Administer medications/injections under supervision and assist immunization program.
• Participate in care coordination and outreach activities.
• Maintain supplies and ensure a clean, safe clinical environment.
• Assist in pre-visit calls and follow-up screenings.
• Mentor MA I/II and support clinic team.

Skills

Patient care

EMR usage

Teamwork

Communication

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program completion

AAMA/NHA/AAH/AMT certification

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Medical instruments

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System in Towson, MD, seeks a Medical Assistant I to assist in patient care under supervision, document in the EMR, and support daily clinic operations.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking vital signs, basic testing, exam preparation, assisting with procedures, administering injections under supervision, and participating in outreach and care coordination while ensuring accurate EMR documentation.