Lead Medical Assistant – Patient Care & EMR

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System in Towson, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support on-site providers and nursing staff in delivering patient care. You will use EMR for documentation, assist with exams, collect samples, and help keep the clinic flowing.

Responsibilities include vital signs, basic testing, infection control, and front-desk support as needed. Strong teamwork, communication, and patient service are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• One year of supervised work experience in a medical assisting field within the last 3 years or two years within the last 5 years.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in courteous, friendly, respectful and professional manner.
• Document patient history and chief complaint in the EMR; assist with procedures.
• Prepare patient for examination and record vital signs and basic screening.
• Administer select medications and injections under direct supervision.
• Assist front desk operations with check-in/check-out, scanning, and patient communication.
• Participate in clinic huddles and quality improvement efforts.
• Maintain clean, stocked clinical areas and ensure equipment is ready for use.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Bloodborne precautions

Vital signs

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Current BLS certification

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System in Towson, MD is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support on-site providers and nursing staff in delivering patient care. You will use EMR for documentation, assist with exams, collect samples, and help keep the clinic flowing.

Responsibilities include vital signs, basic testing, infection control, and front-desk support as needed. Strong teamwork, communication, and patient service are essential in this role.