Medical Assistant

CloseKnit MSO•Washington, DC

14d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports clinicians and efficient daily operations by performing clinical and administrative duties to provide accurate, timely, and high-quality patient care. The role includes assisting with examinations and procedures, collecting patient histories and vital signs, administering injections and medications as directed, collecting specimens, operating diagnostic equipment, educating patients, and maintaining clean and stocked exam rooms. It also supports quality initiatives and clinical KPI adherence. Administrative work includes greeting and registering patients, managing check-in and check-out, verifying insurance, maintaining electronic health records, scheduling appointments, processing prior authorizations and referrals, handling callbacks, tracking imaging orders, managing supplies, and completing opening and closing procedures. The Medical Assistant must comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and other applicable requirements, provide basic technical guidance, and support colleagues and coverage needs. This is a full-time, in-person clinical position in Woodley Park, Washington, DC. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, though schedules may vary with practice location, patient demand, and operational needs. Work may include evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays, and the employee may be required to work at multiple clinical locations. Candidates must email a current CCMA, CMA, or RMA certification to the address provided in the posting to advance their application.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
Current CCMA, CMA, or RMA certification.
Current BLS or CPR certification.
At least 2 years of Medical Assistant experience.
Experience using EMR systems.
Competency in clinical intake and patient data collection.
Competency in laboratory specimen collection, including venipuncture.
Competency in point-of-care testing.
Competency in EKG testing.
Must meet applicable state requirements and maintain active certifications.
Ability to stand and sit for hours at a time, with some bending and stooping.
Manual dexterity sufficient for clinical requirements.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of customer service experience.
Experience in primary care, internal medicine, immediate care, or emergency care.
Familiarity with eClinicalWorks or Athena.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of population health initiatives.
Understanding of HIPAA, OSHA, and other regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

Assist providers with examinations, diagnostic testing, and in-office procedures.
Conduct clinical intake, including collecting detailed patient histories and vital signs.
Administer injections and medications as directed by licensed providers.
Perform venipuncture and collect blood, urine, and point-of-care specimens.
Operate EKG machines and other diagnostic equipment.
Prepare specimens for laboratory testing and conduct basic laboratory procedures.
Educate patients about treatment plans, follow-up care, and self-care instructions.
Keep examination rooms clean, stocked, and properly sanitized.
Support quality initiatives, including PCMH-related tasks and clinical KPI adherence.
Greet and register patients, manage check-ins and check-outs, and verify insurance coverage.
Maintain and update patient information in the electronic health record.
Schedule and reschedule appointments, including physicals and chronic care visits.
Process prior authorizations and referrals, and complete daily patient callbacks.
Track diagnostic imaging orders and link them to results.
Manage inventory and medical supplies and perform daily opening and closing procedures.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and OSHA.
Support staff coverage needs and assist team members when necessary.
Communicate clearly and professionally, orally and in writing.
Troubleshoot minor equipment or software issues and provide basic technical guidance to team members.
Stay current with evolving clinical practices and technologies.
Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold ethical and legal standards.
Demonstrate punctuality, appropriate attire, respectful communication, adaptability, and patient-centered service.