Medical Assistant (CMA), Float, PRN

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support patient care and administrative duties. The role involves assisting with patient history, vital signs, and ensuring equipment readiness. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience. This position offers a flexible schedule and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years supervised work experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification; Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care delivery and perform delegated medical tasks.
• Greet patients courteously and maintain professionalism.
• Assist with front desk operations and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

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Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Nursing and University of Maryland, Baltimore, UMMS educates the state's future health care professionals. UMMS is an integrated network of care, delivering 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban, and rural communities across Maryland. It includes 11 hospitals, with the University of Maryland Medical Center as the flagship, along with Urgent Care centers and over 150 locations across 13 counties. For more information, visit www.umms.org.

Job Description

Shift Schedule: Per Diem, Monday - Friday 8:00AM - 4:30PM (must be available to work 2 days a week)

Location: Baltimore Washington Medical Center

Under supervision of the on-site provider, assists in patient care delivery, performs delegated medical tasks, supports providers and nursing staff, and may handle clerical duties. Utilizes EMR for documentation. Access to medication storage and transport is required. Participates in daily operations, acts as a resource, and demonstrates leadership through teamwork, communication, accountability, and clinical skills.

Primary Responsibilities

The following describes general duties and is not exhaustive:

• Patient Experience: Greet patients courteously, maintain professionalism, respond to inquiries, and pursue service recovery as needed.

Clinical Duties: Gather and document patient history, perform vital signs, assist with procedures, perform routine tests, provide patient education, disinfect equipment, restock supplies, ensure equipment readiness, deliver patient-centered care, participate in skill development, and administer medications under supervision.

• Assess patient needs considering social and age-specific factors.

Administrative Duties: Assist with front desk operations, communicate delays or barriers, review business communications, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Support in personnel training and self-learning activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or relevant experience (e.g., 1-2 years supervised work).
• Current BLS certification; Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of sterile techniques, blood/body fluid precautions, and basic clinical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Additional Information

Confidentiality is maintained per EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $19.50 - $27.31

Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide for additional benefits.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Type: Part-time
• Function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care