Medical Assistant OBGYN

InterMed, P.A.•Portland, ME

103d•$26 - $29

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) assists with comprehensive care management in outpatient primary and specialty care settings under the delegation of a licensed clinician. The role works collaboratively with physicians, advanced practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to deliver patient- and family-centered care. The MA gathers and updates patient information and vital signs, performs clinical tasks as directed by a licensed clinician, and supports patient care coordination and administrative operations. The role also maintains clinical equipment and supplies, completes required education and certification maintenance, protects patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and InterMed policies, and supports InterMed’s mission and values.

Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
0+ years of experience.
BLS certification required within 6 weeks of hire.
Demonstrated professional judgment, phone skills, and prioritization and decision-making skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and respond to rapidly changing, sometimes acute patient-care needs.
Knowledge of OSHA standards and regulations.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft applications.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree program preferred.
Current CMA or RMA certification preferred.
Electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Gather and update relevant patient information and vital signs in patient charts based on visit type.
Complete clinical tasks as directed by a licensed clinician, including medication and/or vaccine administration, diagnostic screenings, specimen collection and preparation, assisting with in-office procedures, medication refills per protocol, and clinical documentation.
Maintain clinical equipment and supplies, including rotating, stocking, and cleaning them.
Document accurately, appropriately, and promptly in patients’ charts.
Perform assigned administrative duties, including patient outreach and scheduling.
Coordinate patient care management with in-house specialties, community resources, home health, hospitals, or acute care.
Complete mandatory educational requirements and maintain required certification.
Maintain strict confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and InterMed policies.
Perform other duties as assigned to support InterMed’s mission, vision, and values.
Follow InterMed’s patient-centered mission and provide high-quality care and service.
Treat patients and colleagues with dignity and respect, demonstrate honesty and integrity, and contribute to teamwork and accountability.