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Lead Medical Assistant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Lead Medical Assistant

Columbia, SC

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment.

Lead Medical Assistant Location: La Mesa, CA Practice Type: Pain Management (3 Providers, ~6 Staff) Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Lead Medical Assistant (MA) to ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Orlando, FL

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment.

Lead Medical Assistant

Detroit, MI · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Job Title: Lead Medical Assistant Location: Detroit, MI Lead the Frontline of Patient Care at EPIC Health At EPIC Health, we're not just delivering care--we're transforming how healthcare is ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Orlando, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $20.50/hr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment.

Lead Medical Assistant

Southfield, MI · On-site

$16.25 - $20.75/hr

Lead Medical Assistant Location: Southfield, MI Lead the Frontline of Patient Care at EPIC Health At EPIC Health, we're not just delivering care--we're transforming how healthcare is experienced. As ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$48.30K - $65.90K/yr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. The ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. The ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. The ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Newnan, GA

$16 - $20.50/hr

Lead Medical Assistant 5 Days per week, 8am - 5pm GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : The Lead Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting with all functions associated with the front office and as a ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Fayetteville, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

Lead Medical Assistant 5 Days per week, 8am - 5pm GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : The Lead Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting with all functions associated with the front office and as a ...

Lead Medical Assistant

Kissimmee, FL · On-site

$15 - $19.50/hr

The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. The ...

Lead Medical Assistant The Lead Medical Assistant serves as the initial contact for patient care and is responsible for both administrative and clinical tasks. We are looking for you to take ...

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How much do lead medical assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead medical assistant in the United States is $19.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lead Medical Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Medical Assistant, you need a solid background in clinical procedures, medical terminology, and supervisory experience, often supported by a medical assistant certification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems, practice management software, and relevant certifications like Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) are typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills help you manage teams and ensure efficient patient care. These abilities are important because they enable you to coordinate clinical operations, support staff, and maintain high standards in a healthcare setting.

How does a Lead Medical Assistant typically support and mentor other medical assistants within a healthcare team?

A Lead Medical Assistant plays a pivotal role in guiding and supporting other medical assistants by providing on-the-job training, answering clinical questions, and ensuring that protocols are followed. They often help coordinate daily assignments, address workflow challenges, and serve as a liaison between medical assistants and healthcare providers. This leadership position also involves conducting performance reviews and offering constructive feedback, helping team members develop their skills and advance professionally within the organization.

What are Lead Medical Assistants?

Lead Medical Assistants are experienced medical assistants who take on additional supervisory and administrative responsibilities in healthcare settings. They provide clinical support to physicians and nurses, assist with patient care, and also oversee other medical assistants by scheduling shifts, training new staff, and ensuring compliance with office procedures. Lead Medical Assistants help streamline workflow, maintain medical records, and often act as a liaison between medical staff and administration. Their leadership skills are essential for maintaining efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

What is the highest paying medical assistant job?

Lead Medical Assistants or specialized medical assistants with advanced certifications and experience tend to earn the highest salaries in the medical assisting field. Salaries can vary based on location, employer, and additional skills such as phlebotomy or EHR proficiency, with some earning over $50,000 annually. Higher pay is often associated with supervisory roles or working in specialized healthcare settings.
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Infographic showing various Lead Medical Assistant job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,370 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

$14.50 - $18.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


CenterWell rating

9.0

Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Become a part of our caring community

The Lead Medical Assistant is the first point of contact for patient care. Responsible for administrative duties in addition to patient care. The Lead Medical Assistant assumes ownership and leads advanced and highly specialized administrative, operational, and customer support duties that require independent initiative and judgment.

Medical Assistant performs clinical duties, including but not limited to: discussing symptoms, obtaining vital signs, medication/vaccine administration, phlebotomy, collecting specimens, performing diagnostic screening tests, sterilizing/cleaning equipment, maintaining examination rooms, and documenting information into the electronic medical records system. Collaborates closely with Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers. Delivers direct patient care dependent on what active certification allows. Decisions are regarding the daily priorities for an administrative work group and/or external vendors including coordinating work activities and monitoring progress towards schedules/goals, and often oversees work of others and/or is the primary administrative owner of a main process, program, product, or technology. Works within broad guidelines with little oversight. The Lead Medical Assistant possesses advanced skills and knowledge, contributes to process improvement, delivers in-depth education/training, and provides advanced guidance/mentoring to other Medical Assistants.

Use your skills to make an impact

Required

• Certified or Registered

• Phlebotomy Experience

• Medication/vaccine administration experience

• 3+ years MA Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent

• CPR Certified

• This role is considered patient facing and is part of the company's Tuberculosis (TB) screening program. If selected for this role, you will be required to be screened for TB

Preferred

• 1+ years MA experience in PCO center

• Value Based Care experience including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish - must pass proficiency exam prior to foreign language communication

Additional Information

As part of our hiring process for this opportunity, we will be using an interviewing technology called Modern Hire to enhance our hiring and decision-making ability. Modern Hire allows us to quickly connect and gain valuable information from you pertaining to your relevant skills and experience at a time that is best for your schedule.

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Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Pay Range

The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.

$48,300 - $65,900 per year

This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.

About Us

About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient’s well-being.

About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Centerwell, a wholly owned subsidiary of Humana, complies with all applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion. We also provide free language interpreter services. See our full accessibility rights information and language options https://www.partnersinprimarycare.com/accessibility-resources


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