Certified Medical Assistant Pulmonary Disease

Overview

In this role, you will provide critical support to the pulmonary disease specialty team at St. Agnes Healthcare in Baltimore. You will act as a primary point of contact for patients, balancing clinical duties such as assisting with examinations and measuring vital signs with essential administrative tasks that keep the office running smoothly. Your work ensures that patients receive compassionate care while the medical staff operates with high efficiency. You will be responsible for the end-to-end patient experience, from initial intake and medical history documentation to transcribing provider orders for lab tests and medications. By maintaining organized records and a sterile clinical environment, you play a vital role in a mission-driven healthcare system that prioritizes service to the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and the execution of ordered treatments.
• Measure and record patient vital signs accurately during clinical visits.
• Interview patients to collect comprehensive medical histories and document all information in medical charts.
• Transcribe provider orders for radiology, laboratory tests, and prescription medications with high precision.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms to ensure a clean and organized clinical environment.
• Manage office clerical duties including answering phone calls and maintaining patient records.
• Monitor and order medical supplies to ensure the practice remains fully stocked for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Valid Medical Assistant certification obtained prior to your start date.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• High school diploma or at least one year of cumulative job-specific experience.
• Strong proficiency in medical charting and clinical documentation techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced specialty clinic environment.

Nice to have

• Previous experience working within a pulmonary or respiratory specialty clinic.
• Familiarity with electronic health record systems and medical transcription software.
• Strong interpersonal skills for communicating with patients facing chronic illness.

Work environment

• This is a full-time, on-site position located at St. Agnes Healthcare in Baltimore, Maryland.
• You will work a standard day shift schedule within the Pulmonary Disease specialty department.
• The workplace culture is grounded in a nonprofit, mission-driven service environment.
• You will collaborate closely with a team of pulmonary specialists and clinical support staff.

Benefits & growth

• The hourly salary for this position ranges from $21.62 to $28.97 based on experience and education.
• Comprehensive health insurance options, wellness plans, and retirement benefits with employer matching.
• Access to tuition reimbursement programs to support your continued professional education.
• Paid time off and parental leave benefits to support your work-life balance.
• Career growth opportunities within the extensive Ascension national healthcare network.