Certified Medical Assistant 9-12month Contract

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Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will bring experience from urgent care, hospital medicine, internal medicine, and/or specialty care such as endocrinology. This role is vital in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. A strong understanding of medical terminology and a collaborative mindset are essential, especially when working with multidisciplinary teams, geriatrics, and inpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties:

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, in-office procedures, and treatments.
• Room patients: take and record vital signs, obtain medical histories, and prepare patients for exams.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by the provider.
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose, A1C).
• Support chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes education, insulin and CGM training, thyroid follow-ups).
• Maintain clean and well-stocked exam rooms and clinical areas.
• Assist with infection control procedures and sterilization of medical equipment.

Administrative Duties:

• Document all clinical interactions accurately in the electronic health record (EHR). (Experience with AthenaHealth is a plus)
• Manage prescription refill requests and prior authorizations under provider guidance.
• Coordinate referrals and ensure follow-through with external providers.
• Communicate test results and follow-up instructions to patients.
• Schedule follow-up appointments, labs, and imaging as needed.
• Answer patient phone calls and respond to messages in a timely, professional manner.
• Verify insurance and support front desk or billing teams when help is needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in urgent care, hospital medicine, internal medicine, geriatrics, endocrinology, or settings is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures.
• Proficient in using EHR systems for documentation and scheduling.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and remain detail-oriented in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Familiarity with inpatient and outpatient care protocols is a plus.

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location: In person