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PrimeCare Medical, Inc

Medical Assistant

Butler, PA · On-site

$20/hr

Other requirements for the Clerical Medical Assistant include: * Currently hold an active Medical Assistant Certification * Effective communication skills * Pleasant telephone manner * Ability to ...

PrimeCare Medical, Inc

Certified Medical Assistant

MD · On-site

$20/hr

Other requirements for the Clerical Medical Assistant include: * Currently hold an active Medical Assistant Certification * Effective communication skills * Pleasant telephone manner * Ability to ...

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How much do clerical medical assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for clerical medical assistant in the United States is $19.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a clerical medical assistant?

Clerical medical assistants are healthcare support professionals who handle administrative and clerical tasks in medical offices or clinics. Their duties typically include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, billing, answering phones, and assisting with insurance forms. They do not provide direct patient care but play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare facilities. By handling paperwork and organizational tasks, clerical medical assistants allow doctors and nurses to focus more on patient care.

What does a clerical medical assistant do?

Clerical Medical Assistants are responsible for managing patient records, scheduling appointments, handling phone calls, and processing billing information. On a daily basis, they serve as a vital link between patients, doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring smooth communication and efficient office operations. Collaboration is key in this role, as Clerical Medical Assistants often coordinate with medical staff to update charts, verify insurance details, and relay important information to patients. This teamwork-oriented environment helps maintain a well-organized and patient-focused healthcare setting.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a clerical medical assistant?

To thrive as a Clerical Medical Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of medical terminology, often supported by a high school diploma or medical assisting certification. Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, scheduling software, and office equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, multitasking, and customer service skills help you interact effectively with patients and healthcare staff. These competencies ensure smooth office operations, accurate record-keeping, and a positive patient experience in healthcare environments.

What is the difference between Clerical Medical Assistant vs Medical Secretary?

AspectClerical Medical AssistantMedical Secretary
CertificationsMay require CMA or medical assisting certificationTypically no certification required, but certifications like CMA can be beneficial
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, healthcare facilitiesDoctor's offices, clinics, healthcare administrative offices
Job FocusAssisting healthcare providers with clinical and administrative tasksHandling administrative tasks, scheduling, and patient correspondence

Clerical Medical Assistants and Medical Secretaries both work in healthcare settings, but Clerical Medical Assistants often perform clinical duties alongside administrative tasks, while Medical Secretaries focus primarily on administrative support. Certifications and work environments overlap, making them related roles within healthcare administration and support.

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Infographic showing various Clerical Medical Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,114 per year, or $19.8 per hour.

Medical Assistant

Butler, PA • On-site

PrimeCare Medical, Inc
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about PrimeCare Medical, Incexternal

$20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Perform initial intake screening on new patients, take vital signs, and complete intake forms according to protocol.

  • Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas for the facility.

  • Obtain lab specimens, perform treatments ordered by a physician, and administer tuberculin skin testing on new and returning patients.

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
PrimeCare Medical, Inc. is looking for dedicated and hard-working Medical Assistants (MAs) to work full-time in the medical department at Butler County Prison in Butler, PA. In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care and perform duties under the supervision of an LPN.
This full-time position rotates bi-weekly between day and evening shift coverage and rotates every other weekend coverage.
Job Responsibilities:
The Medical Assistant will be responsible for a variety of daily tasks and duties, including performing the initial intake screening on new patients, taking vital signs, and completing all appropriate intake forms per written protocol. In addition, the Medical Assistant will also be responsible for preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas for the facility. Other responsibilities of the Medical Assistant will include:
  • Phoning verification of medications and medical information.
  • Obtain lab specimens as ordered by the physician (including Venipunctures).
  • Performing various treatments ordered by a Physician.
  • Maintaining medication records.
  • Administering tuberculin skin testing on new intakes and on annual follow-ups due on all inmates/patients.
  • Typing of various reports, letters, and memoranda.
  • Answering telephone and processing calls.
  • Maintaining the filing system and confidentiality of information at all times.
  • Following universal precautions at all times.
  • Maintaining a pleasant working attitude.
  • Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated.

This position provides a 2-week orientation period where you will be training on the job and shadowing with the nursing staff.
Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to all their employees! Standard benefits for full-time employees include:
  • Base rate is $18.50 per hour. Shift Differential is offered in addition for second shift coverage.
  • Single and Family health care offered (i.e., medical / prescription / dental / vision).
  • Retirement benefits offered (i.e., 401k with discretionary company match).
  • Generous PTO package provided. PTO will accrue at the rate of 0.0788382 per hour of straight time worked for a maximum accrual of thirteen (13) days (or 104 hours) per year of service.

Additional Compensation:
In addition to the hourly pay rate, PrimeCare Medical also offers Overtime Pay, Shift Differential, and Weekend Differential compensation, Premium Holiday Pay, as well as Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.
(Please note that the pay range is not a sliding scale based on experience; it reflects the base pay as well as the differentials offered between shifts.)
Requirements
The Medical Assistant position is fast-paced, and as such, we must have someone who has the ability to multi-task and has a good grasp of patient assessment skills. In addition, the Medical Assistant must also bring some clerical experience and ability to type to the position in order to be considered. Other requirements for the Clerical Medical Assistant include:
  • Currently hold an active Medical Assistant Certification
  • Effective communication skills
  • Pleasant telephone manner
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Working knowledge of office equipment and medical equipment
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology

Salary Description
$20.00 per hour with shift differential

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