Allergy and Asthma Clinic of Maryland

Medical Assistant

East Lansing, Michigan•Full-time
$16 - $18 hourly
About the Job
We’re currently seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant who is ready to take initiative and contribute to the success of our growing practice. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in both the clinical and administrative operations of our office, supporting our providers and ensuring an excellent patient experience.

What You’ll Do:
As a Medical Assistant, you’ll be involved in a wide range of responsibilities, including:
  • Rooming patients and preparing them for exams.
  • Taking and documenting vital signs (weight, height, BP, pulse, respirations, SpO2, temperature).
  • Verifying drug allergies and updating patient demographics and preferred pharmacy in our electronic prescribing system.
  • Performing skin prick allergy testing under provider supervision.
  • Assisting with in-office food and drug challenges, as well as venom testing.
  • Administering various injections (including vaccines, allergy immunotherapy, and biologic treatments for asthma, chronic hives, and other allergic conditions).
  • Responding to and helping manage anaphylactic reactions, including retrieving emergency supplies, taking vitals, drawing epinephrine, and ensuring prompt provider evaluation.
  • Conducting spirometry testing for patients with asthma, COPD, and reactive airway diseases.

What We’re Looking For:
  • Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (preferred but not required).
  • Experience in a clinical setting, allergy/immunology experience is a plus.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Compassionate, patient-focused, and team-oriented mindset.
  • Comfortable with technology and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Work Location: On the road