Medical Assistant
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Responsibilities
- Conducts comprehensive patient intakes, including obtaining vital signs, recording medical histories,
- and reviewing medication and allergy information.
- Assists providers during examinations, minor procedures, wound care, and diagnostic testing while
- ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Performs EKGs, immunizations, and specimen collection in accordance with policy and competency
- standards.
- Prepares, labels, and processes laboratory samples and point-of-care tests accurately.
- Maintains infection control, safety protocols, and equipment calibration across all clinical areas.
- Supports providers with patient triage, care coordination, and transitions across clinical settings.
- Provides patient education regarding medications, treatment plans, chronic condition management,
- and preventive care.
- Accurately document clinical data, provider instructions, and patient updates in the electronic health
- record (EHR).
- Schedules, confirms, and tracks patient appointments, referrals, authorizations, and test results to
- ensure timely care.
- Verifies insurance coverage and assists with prior authorizations, billing, and coding processes as
- needed.
- Monitors inventory levels and prepares examination or procedure rooms with required supplies and
- equipment.
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and safety drills to support
- continuous quality improvement.
- Facilitates communication among patients, providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure
- coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and all compliance standards.
- Upholds compassionate, culturally competent care while maintaining sensitivity to diverse patient
- populations.
- Demonstrate excellent guest service to internal team members and patients.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Prior clinical or internship experience preferred but not required.
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Certification or registration (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
- Basic computer literacy: familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems preferred.
- Skilled in obtaining and documenting vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, SpO₂,
- height, and weight).
- Proficient in EKG administration and other routine diagnostic procedures as directed by the provider.
- Knowledge of infection control, universal precautions, and sterile technique.
- Competent in assisting with minor procedures, patient preparation, and clinical room setup.
- Proficient in medical terminology, documentation accuracy, and appointment scheduling.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, follow workflows, and maintain confidentiality.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and team collaboration skills.
- Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and teamwork consistent with the organization's
- mission, vision, and values.
- Committed to continuous learning, patient-centered care, and upholding quality and safety standards.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Physical Demands
- Sedentary work. Exerng up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force
- frequently or constantly to li, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Repeve moon.
- Substanal movements (moons) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker must have close
- visual acuity to perform an acvity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing;
- viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Ability to li to 15 lbs. independently not to exceed
- 50 lbs. without help.
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- MPG is committed to equal employment opportunities. We will not discriminate against employees or
- applicants for employment in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, sex
- (including pregnancy), genetic information, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability,
- age, military or veteran status, marital status, familial status, national origin, or any other legally
- protected class.
- Equal opportunity applies to all areas of the employment relationship, including hiring, promotions,
- training
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Additional Information
Job Description Summary The Medical Assistant I (MA) is responsible for providing high-quality, compassionate clinical and administrative support to physicians, hospitalists, and other healthcare professionals in both outpatient and hospital-based settings. This role ensures efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional patient care through coordination, education, and hands-on service delivery while adhering to established clinical guidelines, provider supervision standards, and organizational policies. How will you make an impact & Requirements
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