Medical Assistant

CenterWell Home Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support personalized, in-home patient care. In this role, you'll assist nurses and therapists with clinical tasks, vital signs, basic wound care, and documentation while promoting patient autonomy and safety. You'll collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care and educate patients and families on home-based health practices. CenterWell offers a culture rooted in integrity, continuous improvement, and professional growth within a supportive, patient-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home clinical support to patients, including vital signs, basic wound care, and assistance with activities of daily living under RN or physician direction
• Prepare and maintain accurate electronic health records, documenting patient status, interventions, and changes in condition
• Assist with medication reminders and monitoring, reporting concerns to the supervising nurse or clinician
• Coordinate care with nurses, therapists, and other team members to support individualized care plans
• Educate patients and families on basic care techniques, safety, and disease management as directed
• Maintain infection control, safety, and quality standards in the home setting
• Travel between patient homes within the service area, managing schedules and visit documentation

Required Skills

• Vital signs measurement and documentation
• Basic wound care and dressing changes
• Medication reminders and monitoring (non-licensure tasks)
• Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Infection control and standard precautions
• Patient positioning and mobility assistance
• Home safety assessment awareness
• Clinical triage and escalation to supervising nurse
• Scheduling and time management for home visits
• Patient and family health education support