Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin Support

The Specialty Alliance; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

GI Alliance is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include assisting physicians, managing patient flow, collecting specimens, and performing clerical duties such as filing records and scheduling appointments.

The role emphasizes strong communication, accurate charting, and compassionate patient interaction, while ensuring compliance with patient rights and safety protocols. Equal opportunity employer, pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Education requirements: HS diploma or GED, MA diploma, or college course in medical assisting.
• Experience: minimum one year in a medical facility as MA; externship in a medical office; Gastroenterology experience preferred.
• Level I status: 1–4 years with supervision; more than 4 years with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities: coordinating schedules, assisting with exams, collecting specimens, charting, vital signs, and patient education.
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities: handling records, scheduling, insurance verification, demographics, and chart updates.
• Fulfills organizational responsibilities: upholding patient rights, responding to emergencies, raising concerns to supervisor.

Skills

EMR systems

Patient care

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma

Medical terminology coursework

Job description

GI Alliance is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include assisting physicians, managing patient flow, collecting specimens, and performing clerical duties such as filing records and scheduling appointments.

The role emphasizes strong communication, accurate charting, and compassionate patient interaction, while ensuring compliance with patient rights and safety protocols. Equal opportunity employer, pre-employment checks apply.