Medical Assistant

Company: Actalent
Location: Portsmouth
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Medical Assistant - Portsmouth, Virginia Family Medicine | Certification/Registration Required! Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team. This role involves triaging patients, preparing examination rooms, documenting medical interventions, and assisting with various administrative tasks. The Medical Assistant will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure efficient patient care and satisfaction. Responsibilities Triage incoming patients by obtaining vital signs, chief complaint, and preparing them for their visit. Prepare exam rooms for patient visits, restock clinical areas, sterilize instruments, and maintain medical equipment. Document interventions in the electronic medical record and review charts for completeness, test results, and billing. Scan upcoming appointments for additional medical record information and obtain medical records from other healthcare facilities prior to patient visits. Complete assigned tasks including responding to patient messages, prescription refills, lab results, referrals, medication prior authorizations, and patient forms. Administer and collect patient satisfaction surveys and contact patients between visits to assess medical status and medication adherence. Follow protocols related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality. Complete annual recertification for OSHA, Compliance, Respiratory FIT, IT policy, and maintain current CPR and MA certification. Cover for other clinical staff during vacations and illness and perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills Certified or Registered Medical Assistant Experience in triaging patients and taking vitals BLS certification Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) Customer service skills Experience in family medicine Additional Skills & Qualifications 1 year of medical assistant experience preferred Strong customer service skills Experience using Allscripts Work Environment This position is located within a learning facility that offers opportunities for career growth and skill development. The work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break. The facility fosters a collaborative environment where employees can gain exposure to a variety of illnesses and treatments, enhancing their professional experience. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portsmouth, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Portsmouth,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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