Urgent Care Medical Assistant (Paramedic Background)

GoHealth Urgent Care; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly incentive pay

Job summary

GoHealth Urgent Care is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our urgent care centers. The role supports patient intake, vitals, and point-of-care tests while collaborating with clinicians to deliver a seamless patient experience.

The position requires a High School Diploma, MA program completion preferred, and BLS certification at hire. Candidates without MA certification must obtain one within 15 months, and CPOE certification must be achieved within two weeks of start date.

Qualifications

• Healthcare background preferred (LPN/MA/EMT/CNA)
• Front desk or patient registration experience preferred
• BLS certification required at time of hire (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)
• Candidates with MA certification less than one year of experience must hold one MA certification (CCMA CMA RMA NCMA NRCMA)
• If no MA certification, must obtain within 15 months of hire
• CPOE certification for order entry required within two weeks of start date

Responsibilities

• Register patients and verify insurance and documentation
• Schedule appointments and process co-pays
• Prepare patients for examination and record medical history
• Perform vital signs and preliminary patient assessments
• Conduct point-of-care testing (flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG)
• Assist providers with patient care and procedures
• Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and medical records
• Answer patient questions and coordinate referrals
• Perform opening/closing duties and maintain equipment quality checks

Skills

Healthcare background

Front desk experience

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant program preferred

Job description

GoHealth Urgent Care is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our urgent care centers. The role supports patient intake, vitals, and point-of-care tests while collaborating with clinicians to deliver a seamless patient experience.

The position requires a High School Diploma, MA program completion preferred, and BLS certification at hire. Candidates without MA certification must obtain one within 15 months, and CPOE certification must be achieved within two weeks of start date.