Medical Assistant I

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

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
popul