Medical Assistant

Description: Coastal Medical Staffing is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our client’s healthcare team. The Medical Assistant will play an essential role in supporting providers with patient care, clerical duties, and organizational tasks. This role ensures smooth patient flow, accurate appointment scheduling, and effective chart management, while delivering excellent patient service.

Key Responsibilities

Assist providers during patient examinations, treatments, special tests, and procedures.

Control patient flow within the clinic, ensuring timely care and services.

Prepare and maintain accurate patient charts and records within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

Obtain and record vital signs, patient histories, and reconcile medications at every visit.

Provide patient education and support healthy self-management goals.

Coordinate referrals, specialist visits, lab work, and hospital follow-up care.

Perform clinical tasks such as venipuncture, specimen collection, immunizations, injections, and EKGs.

Communicate with pharmacies regarding prescriptions and prior authorizations.

Maintain clean, safe, and fully stocked exam rooms and work areas.

Participate in emergency response procedures, code training, and ongoing professional education.

Uphold HIPAA and patient confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program, Military MA, EMT-A, or Paramedic strongly preferred.

Exception may be granted with national certification in medical assisting plus 2 years of relevant experience.

Experience:

1+ year as a Medical Assistant in a physician’s office or clinical setting preferred (not required).

Requirements:

Current BLS/CPR certification.

Must pass initial and annual clinical skills and medication proficiency exams.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong understanding of healthcare practices and medical terminology.

Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Compassionate, patient-focused, and professional demeanor.

Work Environment

Clinical setting with potential exposure to infectious materials.

Requires standing/walking for extended periods and occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.