Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

METROMEDIC WALKIN MEDICAL OFFICE

New Bedford, MA Job Details Full-time $22 - $26 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Qualifications Anatomy knowledge Vital signs BLS Certification Patient service Medical terminology Certified Medical Assistant Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional patient care, support clinical operations, and assist with medical procedures across diverse specialties including dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, and outpatient clinics. Your expertise will help ensure smooth patient flow, accurate documentation, and high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives. Duties Perform patient intake by collecting comprehensive medical histories and documenting symptoms accurately Measure vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration to assist clinicians in diagnosis and treatment planning Assist with clinical procedures including medication administration, wound care, X-ray preparation, and basic life support when needed Support physicians and nurses with medical tasks in inpatient, outpatient, emergency medicine, and Level I or Level II trauma center settings Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems to document patient information, ICD coding for diagnoses, and treatment details precisely Prepare examination rooms and assist with medical-surgical procedures in various specialties such as geriatrics, internal medicine, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), or OR (Operating Room) environments Provide excellent patient service by addressing questions, ensuring comfort, and maintaining professionalism throughout the patient visit Experience Prior experience working as a Medical Assistant in hospital medicine or outpatient clinics is highly preferred Familiarity with dermatology, urgent care, emergency medicine, or Level I/II trauma centers enhances your ability to excel in this role Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology is essential for accurate patient assessment and documentation Experience supporting inpatient or outpatient care settings with skills like intake procedures and vital sign collection is advantageous Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program is required; additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) are strongly recommended Previous exposure to X-ray procedures or medication administration in clinical settings will be considered a plus Demonstrated ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments such as hospital or emergency departments enhances your fit for this role Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering outstanding patient care across diverse medical settings. Your expertise will contribute directly to improving health outcomes while advancing your career in a supportive and energetic environment.

Pay:

$22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person