Medical Assistant

Health Care for the Homeless; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care for the Homeless seeks a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant to support pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric clients in our Baltimore clinic. You will perform clinical duties, assist providers, manage supplies, and ensure smooth clinic operations in a mission-driven setting.

The role requires MA program completion, active BLS CPR, and preferably AAMA certification. Experience with underserved populations and bilingual English/Spanish skills are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience with underserved or homeless populations preferred.
• Active BLS CPR certification required.
• One year of experience in a medical office preferred.
• Certified or registered Medical Assistant preferred (AAMA or equivalent).
• High school diploma or GED with Medical Assistant program completed.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assist with treatments.
• Administer phlebotomy, EKGs, immunizations, nebulizer treatments and specimen collection.
• Assist providers with patient prep and documentation.
• Maintain supply inventory and clinic cleanliness.
• Support clinic workflows including instrument sterilization, lab processing, and quality logs; travel between agency clinics as needed.

Skills

Underserved populations experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program

Job description

Are you passionate about providing compassionate care to underserved populations? Health Care for the Homeless is seeking a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA) to support pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric clients in our medical clinic.

About The Role

As a vital member of our integrated care team, the CMA provides direct patient care and supports daily clinic operations. From taking vital signs and administering treatments to coordinating supplies and supporting medical procedures, you will help deliver high-quality, equitable health care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties: phlebotomy, immunizations, EKGs, nebulizer treatments, and specimen collection
• Assist providers with patient prep and documentation
• Maintain supply inventory and clinic cleanliness
• Support clinic workflows including instrument sterilization, lab processing, and quality logs
• Travel between agency clinics as needed

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Program
• Certified or registered Medical Assistant preferred (AAMA or equivalent)
• Active BLS CPR certification (required)
• One year of experience in a medical office (preferred)
• Experience With Underserved Or Homeless Populations Strongly Preferred
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven team committed to racial equity, social justice, and community wellness.
• Work in a dynamic, people-first organization that centers compassion, authenticity, and hope.
• Receive training and support to grow in your advocacy and peer work.
• Help shape the future of housing and recovery services in Baltimore.

Read more about the people we serve here: https://www.hchmd.org/who-we-help

Join us in advancing health equity and delivering exceptional care to our community’s most underserved populations.

Health Care for the Homeless is an equal opportunity employer.

Notice to Applicants

Health Care for the Homeless participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are required to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form and provide documentation proving their identity and legal authorization to work in the United States.

We use the E-Verify system to confirm employment eligibility in accordance with federal law.