Full-Time Medical Assistant

Looking for a healthcare career where you can make a difference - and still enjoy your evenings, weekends, and holidays?

Ocracoke Health Center is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our nonprofit primary care team. Every day, we help patients throughout our community receive high-quality, affordable healthcare in a welcoming environment where relationships matter.

Why You'll Love Working Here

- Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 AM-5:00 PM)

- No evenings, weekends, or major holidays

- Starting pay of $19.00-$21.00/hour based on experience

- 14 days Paid Time Off

- Up to 5 Wellness Days each year for appointments, sick days, etc.

- 13 Paid Holidays

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance

- Employee Assistance Program

- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

What You'll Do
As a Medical Assistant, you'll work closely with our providers to deliver exceptional primary care while helping patients feel welcomed, informed, and cared for.

Responsibilities include:

- Rooming patients and preparing them for their scheduled visits

- Obtaining and documenting medical histories, current medications, and vital signs

- Assisting providers with patient examinations and minor in-office procedures

- Collecting specimens and performing routine screenings and clinical tests

- Accurately documenting patient care and clinical information in Athena EMR (Electronic Medical Records system)

- Supporting efficient patient flow throughout the clinic

- Communicating professionally with patients, families, providers, and other members of the care team
Requirements

- High school diploma or GED required

- Medical Assistant Certification preferred but not required

- Excellent communication and customer service skills

- A team player who enjoys helping others

- Experience in a medical office is helpful, but we encourage motivated candidates from healthcare or customer service backgrounds to apply
If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work truly impacts your community, we'd love to hear from you.