Medical Assistant (MA)

The Medical Assistant will support patient care services under a Department of Defense personal services contract. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the Medical Assistant will contribute to the clinic's daily operations and continuity of care for active-duty service members and their families.

What You Will Do

Collaborate with team members, departments, and directorates to support the HOME PORT model and maintain a safe, orderly environment. Prepare for patient visits by reviewing provider schedules, screening patients per clinic protocol, and completing necessary forms. Utilize automated systems and IT tools to enhance patient experience and update health data.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized and have excellent verbal and communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team. Excellent communication and time management skills.

Requirements

• Must be able to multi-task, be detail-oriented, be organized and have excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work on a team.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Must be able to successfully complete the AMI Credentialing Process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Active BLS certification.
• Be a graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), OR the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) of the American Medical Technologists, OR a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, OR other formal program approved by the MTF.
• Possess a minimum of one (1) year of experience within the last three (3) years.
• Ability to work independently under government supervision.
• Must meet health and qualification standards as outlined in the contract.
• Must provide two letters of recommendation from professional references attesting to clinical competency and reliability, with at least one being from a supervisor.
• Must be eligible to work in a federal facility and pass background checks as required.
• Must comply with timekeeping procedures using MTF systems (e.g., KRONOS).
• Must be able to work in a safe manner following all safety rules and regulations. Must work as a team member to improve safety culture and quality.
• Read and follow instructions. Demonstrate safe work behavior.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, and bend frequently.
• Utilize appropriate methods for interacting effectively and professionally with persons of all ages and from diverse cultural socioeconomic, educational, racial, and ethnic, sexual orientations, lifestyles, and physical abilities.
• Deliver targeted, culturally appropriate information to help individuals and groups understand health promotion and disease prevention information, policies, regulations, and local code.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid holidays
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunities for professional growth and development