Senior Medical Assistant - Patient Care Leader

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Medical Assistant I to assist in patient care under direct supervision. Responsibilities include using the EMR for documentation, aiding providers and nursing staff, and supporting day-to-day clinic operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, accountability, customer service, and clinical skills with opportunities to participate in vaccination programs and front desk tasks when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in courteous, professional manner.
• Document in EMR with high accuracy.
• Gathers history and chief complaint; records in EMR.
• Take vital signs and screen risk per policy.
• Perform routine clinical testing (blood/urine, vision, hearing, EKG).
• Disinfect equipment and maintain supplies.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Communication

Teamwork

Blood handling precautions

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program completion

Current BLS certification

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System seeks a Medical Assistant I to assist in patient care under direct supervision. Responsibilities include using the EMR for documentation, aiding providers and nursing staff, and supporting day-to-day clinic operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, accountability, customer service, and clinical skills with opportunities to participate in vaccination programs and front desk tasks when needed.