Medical Assistant: Clinical Support & Patient Care

South Shore Health; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative functions, ensuring efficient patient flow and high-quality care. You will room patients, take vital signs, assist with procedures, phlebotomy and vaccines as needed, and coordinate referrals and chart preparation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and adherence to infection control. CMA certification and BLS are preferred; hospital-based setting experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• CMA certification preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms.
• Assist with procedures under physician/NP/PA supervision.
• Take vital signs and document.
• Assist with front desk tasks and scheduling.
• Coordinate room rotations and test result follow-up.
• Maintain infection control and sterilization standards.
• Provide exceptional customer service and communicate critical information.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Clinical judgment

Instruction following

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program (preferred)

CMA certification (preferred)

Tools

Meditech

Lotus Notes

i-heal

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative functions, ensuring efficient patient flow and high-quality care. You will room patients, take vital signs, assist with procedures, phlebotomy and vaccines as needed, and coordinate referrals and chart preparation.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and adherence to infection control. CMA certification and BLS are preferred; hospital-based setting experience is a plus.