Job Title: Medical Assistant (MA)
Location: Asheville, NC
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 9 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Day Shift | Monday–Friday | 40 Hours per Week
Shift Hours: Monday: 7:00 AM–4:00 PM (1-hour lunch) | Tuesday–Thursday: 7:00 AM–4:30 PM (30-minute lunch) | Friday: 7:00 AM–1:30 PM
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: Yes
Pay Rate: $22.00–$24.00/hr
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Medical Assistant with at least 1 year of experience to support front-office and back-office clinical operations in a primary care and wellness setting. The ideal candidate will have experience with phlebotomy, venipuncture, electronic medical records, and patient care support.
Responsibilities
Support daily front-office and back-office clinic operations.
Welcome patients, verify information, and assist with registration and check-in.
Schedule appointments, answer incoming calls, and coordinate patient inquiries.
Room patients, obtain medical histories, and prepare them for examinations.
Measure and document vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, and weight.
Perform blood draws, venipuncture, and specimen collection.
Administer vaccines and injections according to clinical protocols and applicable training.
Assist healthcare providers with examinations, procedures, and other clinical activities.
Maintain accurate patient records and update documentation in the EMR system.
Support patient education, health promotion, wellness outreach, and preventive care initiatives.
Maintain examination rooms, clinical supplies, and medical equipment.
Follow HIPAA regulations, infection control standards, and clinic policies.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinic staff to support efficient daily operations and patient flow.
Provide flexible administrative and clinical support as needed.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 1 year of Medical Assistant experience, excluding externship.
Previous experience with both front-office and back-office clinical operations.
Hands-on experience with phlebotomy and venipuncture.
Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
Current BLS or CPR certification. Candidates without certification may start pending approval.
Strong patient communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
Proficiency in computer applications, patient documentation, and clinical data entry.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Ability to handle both front-office and back-office responsibilities.
Preferred Qualifications
Medical Assistant certification.
DOT certification.
Additional Information
The position focuses on primary care, preventive health, wellness, and employee population health management.
The clinic is located on the upper level, in the corner of the building.