Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

At Claremedica, exceptional is the standard. Driven by our purpose to enhance the lives of the seniors in the communities where we have the privilege to work, live, and play, the Claremedica team is comprised of the brightest and best in their fields of expertise. From clinical excellence to unparalleled administrative support and beyond, we're working together to help seniors live happier, healthier, fuller lives. That kind of teamwork and passion for excelling can only exist in a workplace that fosters employees' growth and wellness and where their full potential and value are realized. At Claremedica, we're excited about great people like you. We're even more excited to support you with the resources, training, benefits, competitive compensation, and more to help you thrive and succeed in our communities. Opportunity awaits welcome to Claremedica.

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to Primary Care Providers, Physician Assistants, and APRNs to ensure high-quality, efficient patient care. This role involves direct patient interaction, clinical documentation, and assistance with exams and procedures while supporting smooth operations within the medical center.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform pre-visit planning and medication reconciliation for patient visits.
• Take and document patient vitals, health history, and chief complaints.
• Assist providers with physical exams, procedures, and Health Risk Assessments (HRAs).
• Respond to patient phone calls and relay messages accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and update electronic medical records (EMR) in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness for patient care.
• Coordinate patient referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up care as directed.
• Support clinical workflows by managing supplies and restocking exam rooms.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and team members.
• Assist in patient education, including discharge instructions and preventive care guidance.

Supervisory responsibilities are not included in this position.

Qualifications

Qualifications/requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 12 years of experience as a Medical Assistant or completion of clinical rotation training.
• Active, unrestricted Medical Assistant Certification required.
• CPR/BCLS certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and commitment to patient confidentiality.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

General office working conditions apply. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust your focus. Manual dexterity is required to use desktop computers and peripherals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Local travel between care centers may be required for coverage. Minimal hazards.