MedlinkHealth Anesthesia
Medical Assistant (MA) - Float (Days)
Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan•Temporary
$24 - $26 hourly
$24 - $26 hourly
About the Job
Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA / RMA) – Outpatient Physician Practice.
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support daily operations in our outpatient physician clinic. In this role, you will assist physicians and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care delivery. You will perform direct patient care tasks, gather medical histories, record vital signs, prepare patients and surgical consent packets for procedures, collect lab specimens, and communicate diagnostic results and care plans under provider direction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Direct Patient Care & Intake: Greet and room patients, record routine vital signs, obtain pertinent medical histories, and prepare patients for clinical examinations and minor office procedures.
- Surgical & Procedure Preparation: Collect required informed consent documentation, assemble complete surgical/procedure packets, and assist physicians during in-office procedures and specimen collection.
- Medication & Injections: Administer ordered injections and medications under the direct supervision of the attending physician in strict compliance with safety protocols.
- Patient Communication & Follow-up: Notify patients of diagnostic test results and relay recommended treatment plans as directed by clinic providers.
- Clinical Operations: Maintain clean, sanitized, and fully stocked examination rooms, ensure clinical equipment is prepared, and support seamless daily office efficiency.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Clinical Experience:
- Minimum 2+ years of Medical Assistant experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting [Required].
- Previous travel or multi-facility clinical experience [Highly Preferred].
- Certifications:
- Active Medical Assistant Certification (CMA or RMA) [Required].
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) [Required].
- Core Competencies: Excellent patient communication, strong clinical intake and phlebotomy/specimen handling skills, high detail orientation with consent documentation, and strong team collaboration in fast-paced clinic environments.