The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care, including recording vital signs and administering medications or vaccines. They are also responsible for clinical tasks such as drawing blood, performing EKGs, and maintaining sterile examination environments.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a current CPR certification and possess strong knowledge of medical terminology and dosage calculations. Effective communication skills and proficiency with medical management software are also required.
At Legent Health, our mission is simple yet profound
“To provide first-class health care that puts YOU first.”
Our vision reflects our commitment to excellence
“Through robust physician partnerships, become a nationwide leader in compassionate, quality healthcare focused on the patient and available to everyone.”
Our values, also known as our brand pillars, define how we stay true to our identity in the healthcare industry and the communities we serve. These values are central to everything we do:
Respect: We honor the time and trust of both patients and physicians by delivering organized, efficient services that ensure a seamless healthcare experience.
Service: We are committed to highly personalized care for patients, their families, and the physicians who serve them, driving optimal outcomes for all.
Leadership: We strive to be a trusted leader through innovation, clear communication, and unwavering dedication to excellence across our employees and partners.
Joining Legent Health means being part of a team that lives these principles every day, as we build a future focused on compassionate, quality care.
About the Role
The Medical Assistant is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients. The Medical Assistant will perform preliminary physical tests such as: measuring blood pressure, recording weight, temperature, pulse and respiration and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.
Position’s essential responsibilities
Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider.
Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
Will be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as well as perform routine tests such as EKGs.
Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Benefits
Paid time off
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Wellness programs
Performance incentives
Career development and training opportunities
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
Prepares, cleans, and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol.
Prepare, restock, and disinfect examination rooms, procedure rooms, lab area and all other patient care areas at scheduled intervals and as needed.
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Provides patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
All other duties as assigned.
Education and experience requirements
Current and active CPR certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support may also be required based on contract scope of services.
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Demonstrated sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
Demonstrated ability to perform dosage calculations and measurement conversions.
Ability to maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
Good computer skills using a medical management application.
Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
Why Join Legent Health?
Legent Health fosters an environment where team members are empowered to deliver exceptional care while growing professionally within a supportive, values-driven culture.
We Offer
Competitive salary and performance incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off and wellness programs
Career development and training opportunities
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
Legent Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
I-9 and E-Verify Compliance
Employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system. All applicants must provide valid documentation to establish identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law.
