Medical Assistant - Onsite Urgent Care

Kerix; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KerixHealth is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our urgent care team. You will work closely with physicians and mid‑level clinicians to provide patient‑centered care from intake to discharge.

The role requires strong communication, accuracy in documentation, and the ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment. Ideal candidates have a Medical Assistant program credential or equivalent experience, at least 1 year in urgent care or primary care settings, and familiarity with EMR

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred or equivalent experience.
• 1+ year in urgent care or related setting preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed under pace.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, verify identity, obtain medical histories, and prepare for examination.
• Record vital signs and other clinical measurements.
• Assist clinicians with examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccinations per orders.
• Perform venipuncture and point‑of‑care testing.
• Document care and orders in the EHR and coordinate referrals.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Documentation

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program or equivalent clinical experience

Tools

Athenahealth

Epic

eClinicalWorks

Microsoft Office

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)

About Kerix

Kerix is a healthcare organization focused exclusively on membership‑based medicine. We believe healthcare should be personal, accessible, and proactive—and that stronger relationships between clinicians and patients lead to better care and better outcomes.

Kerix operates through two business units:

KerixHealth owns and operates Direct Primary Care clinics across the country, providing patients with more time with their care teams, convenient access, and a proactive approach to their health. Our organization includes KerixHealth and AdvocateMD.

Specialdocs Consultants helps physicians transition from traditional fee‑for‑service medicine to concierge medicine, creating more sustainable and relationship‑centered practices.

Across our organization, we are united by a shared mission: to restore healthcare by putting people back at the center of care. Our model emphasizes same‑or next‑day appointments, longer and more meaningful visits, direct access to care teams, preventive care, transparent pricing, and coordination throughout the healthcare journey.

Kerix is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with teams and practices located across the country. Learn more at Kerix.com.