Lead Medical Assistant

Role Summary:

The WelbeHealth PACE program helps seniors stay in their homes and communities by providing medical care and community-based services. Our values and participant focus lead the way no matter what. The Medical Assistant will elevate their clinical experience, working closely with providers and our participants.

The WelbeHealth Lead Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting the medical staff (providers, nurses, medical assistants and on-site Specialty Care Providers) in the provision of safe and efficient delivery of medical services at the WelbeHealth clinic, as directed. Under the general supervision of medical staff, the Lead Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and clinical duties (e.g., scheduling medical appointments, greeting participants, and filing medical records, taking and recording vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and maintaining equipment and supplies). The Lead Medical Assistant functions as a subject matter expert for the Medical Assistant role, participates as a designated clinic trainer, preceptor, and supports the clinic with special projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• As the medical assistant subject expert, you will Precept and provide peer support to other Medical Assistants.


• Perform required pre-exam physical tests, performing general medical procedures, i.e., dressing changes and suture removal as directed, assisting the physician during the examination as appropriate, and collecting and preparing laboratory specimens as ordered.


• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens as ordered and perform routine sterilization procedures of medical and dental equipment according to guidelines.


• Proactively review the on-site Specialist calendar daily to ensure all available appointments are filled and address any vacancies; provide weekly schedule to onsite Specialists and/or Specialist’s coordinator.


• Perform and document ordered procedures and care, and provide as-needed teaching to participants, in accordance with scope of practice, as directed by PCP or Specialist.


• Schedule participants for medical appointments with providers inside the WelbeHealth clinic as well as outside specialty offices, document encounters in the EMR, monitor appointment attendance, and inform participants and team appropriately.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Certification by a Medical Assistant Certifying Organization approved by the State Medical Board and pass the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam administered by the American Association of Medical Assistant AAMA.


• 2-year degree program in Medical Assistance.


• Minimum of two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinical setting with a frail or elderly population (preferred)


• Ability to follow directions from supervisor and communicate needs effectively.


• Excellent clinical, organizational and communication skills in settings with seniors, their families, and interdisciplinary team members.


• Excellent organizational and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits of Working at WelbeHealth: Apply your clinical expertise in new ways as we rapidly expand. You will have the opportunity to design the way we work in the context of an encouraging and loving environment where every person feels uniquely cared for.

• Work/life balance –we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, sick time


• 401K savings + match

• Full-time work available


• Medical insurance coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)


• And additional benefits

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.

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