Medical Assistant - Onsite Urgent Care

Nextera Healthcare, Inc.; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

KerixHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our urgent care team in Pontiac, MI. You will welcome patients, take histories, record vital signs, assist clinicians, perform point-of-care testing, and document care in the EHR.

You’ll support front desk tasks as needed and help maintain clean exam rooms. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program (or equivalent), and at least 1 year in urgent care or primary care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program (preferred), or equivalent clinical experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in urgent care, an emergency department, family medicine, internal medicine, or occupational health (preferred).
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with EHR systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients, verifying identity, gathering medical histories, documenting chief complaints, and preparing them for examination.
• Obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, vision screening, pulse oximetry, and other clinical measurements.
• Assisting clinicians with examinations, treatments, and office procedures.
• Administering medications, vaccinations, and injections per clinician orders and clinic policy.
• Performing venipuncture, specimen collection, processing, and preparation for laboratory testing.
• Conducting CLIA-waived point-of-care testing and other diagnostics.
• Performing electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other directed diagnostic testing.
• Assisting with wound care, dressing changes, and minor procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Multitasking

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR systems

Athenahealth

Epic

Job description

Join a team that makes a difference - every single shift.

At KerixHealth, our Medical Assistants are the heartbeat of the clinic - the first face patients see when they walk in, and a trusted part of the care team that gets them feeling better and back to their lives. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment, love variety in your day, and take genuine pride in delivering compassionate, high-quality care, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

No two days look the same in urgent care, and that's exactly the point. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants to deliver efficient, patient-centered care from intake to discharge. Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming patients, verifying identity, gathering medical histories, documenting chief complaints, and preparing them for examination
• Obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, vision screening, pulse oximetry, and other clinical measurements
• Assisting clinicians with examinations, treatments, and office procedures
• Administering medications, vaccinations, and injections per clinician orders and clinic policy
• Performing venipuncture, capillary blood collection, specimen collection, processing, and preparation for laboratory testing
• Conducting CLIA-waived point-of-care testing - COVID-19, influenza, strep, urinalysis, pregnancy, blood glucose, hemoglobin A1c, and more
• Performing electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other directed diagnostic testing
• Assisting with wound care, dressing changes, suture and staple removal, splint application, and orthopedic supplies
• Preparing and maintaining clean, fully stocked examination and procedure rooms
• Cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing equipment and treatment areas per OSHA, CDC, and infection prevention guidelines
• Accurately documenting patient care, treatments, medications, and provider instructions in the EHR
• Coordinating lab specimens, imaging orders, referrals, prescriptions, and follow-up care
• Educating patients on medications, discharge instructions, home care, and follow-up recommendations as directed
• Monitoring inventory, stocking exam rooms, and assisting with supply ordering and maintenance
• Maintaining strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, CLIA, and all clinic policies
• Pitching in with front office duties as needed - scheduling, phones, registration, insurance verification, and payment collection
• Responding appropriately during medical emergencies and supporting providers with emergency equipment and patient stabilization
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives, staff training, and continuing education

What We're Looking For

You're organized, adaptable, and genuinely care about the people in your care. You bring:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program (preferred), or equivalent clinical experience
• At least 1 year of experience in urgent care, an emergency department, family medicine, internal medicine, or occupational health (preferred)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• The ability to multitask and stay composed when the pace picks up
• Sharp attention to detail and a commitment to accurate documentation
• Basic computer proficiency, including experience with EHR systems and Microsoft Office

Bonus points if you have:

• Hands-on experience with phlebotomy, EKGs, point-of-care lab testing, immunizations, and medication administration
• Familiarity with CLIA-waived laboratory testing requirements
• Experience with platforms like Athenahealth, Epic, eClinicalWorks, or similar EHR systems

What You'll Get

We invest in the people who take care of our patients. KerixHealth offers:

• Competitive salary based on your experience
• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)

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