Multisite Medical Assistant: Clinical Support & Patient Care

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Washington, DC seeks a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under physician and/or RN supervision. Duties include venipuncture, vaccine administration, vital signs, and support for patient exams and clerical tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting providers with exams, preparing patients, and ensuring smooth patient flow across locations within the system. Training in infection control and EMR documentation is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Less than 1 year experience in ambulatory care required; externship preferred.
• Cardiology offices: 6 months experience or related degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to department goals and adheres to policies and safety standards.
• Assists providers with patient prep and exams and with clerical support.
• Screens patients for preventive care needs and safety concerns; supports care transitions.
• Performs point-of-care testing and basic lab tasks as allowed by scope.
• Documents activities in EMR and coordinates referrals and tests.

Skills

Clinical competency

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

MedStar Health in Washington, DC seeks a Medical Assistant to perform clinical and administrative duties in an ambulatory care setting under physician and/or RN supervision. Duties include venipuncture, vaccine administration, vital signs, and support for patient exams and clerical tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting providers with exams, preparing patients, and ensuring smooth patient flow across locations within the system. Training in infection control and EMR documentation is expected.