Patient Care & Medical Office Assistant

3M HEALTHCARE; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Towson is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care, take vitals, perform routine tests, administer medications, prepare patients for exams and support physicians and staff across the clinic.

The role requires completion of an accredited MA program and CPR certification; National CMA certification is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate accurate communication, multitasking, and clerical skills to manage schedules, charting, and patient flow.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Skill in phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, and medication administration.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results.
• Ability to pass a medication calculation test with 85%+.
• Ability to perform non-complex arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to organize and maintain files and records.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care such as taking vital signs and routine tests.
• Assists with examinations and administers medications as directed.
• Reviews diagnostic results and communicates findings to physician.
• Cleans and maintains exam rooms and ensures supplies are stocked.
• Receives and screens visitors; handles scheduling and patient questions.
• Performs pre-registration duties and updates patient charts.
• Ensures accurate CPT & ICD9 coding on charges and collects co-payments.
• Schedules tests and procedures and handles related clerical tasks.

Skills

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Communication

Medication calculation

Clerical abilities

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certificate

National CMA certification (preferred)

Job description

GBMC HealthCare in Towson is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care, take vitals, perform routine tests, administer medications, prepare patients for exams and support physicians and staff across the clinic.

The role requires completion of an accredited MA program and CPR certification; National CMA certification is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate accurate communication, multitasking, and clerical skills to manage schedules, charting, and patient flow.