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Lead Medical Assistant jobs are open across physician offices, urgent care centers, hospital outpatient clinics, and specialty practices, from senior clinical assistant to supervisory and team lead roles, with concentrations in pediatrics, family medicine, and multi-site practice coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Lead Medical Support Specialist is responsible for providing work leadership to a team of Medical Support Specialists (MSS), under the direction of the Center Operation Director (COD) to ensure clinical care is executed and exceptional service is delivered to all customers. The Lead Medical Support Specialist is responsible for completing and/or delegating tasks amongst team of MSS to remain compliant with policies and procedures as well as support the patient flow. Also performs routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician as well as supports in other areas of the facility as needed including registration and referral management.
- Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing
- Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, pulmonary function tests, audiogram testing and respirator fit testing
- Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.)
- Assist providers during examination and treatment
- Responsible for performing routine medical procedures as ordered by treating clinician as well as triaging emergent patients as needed
- Prepare and assist clinician with procedure set up and injury care
- Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician
- Dispense medications and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as ordered by the treating clinician in accordance with state regulations
- Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center
- Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms
- Maintain and operate all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures
- Notify leadership immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected
- In partnership with center leadership, assist with patient flow and volume
- Keep patients informed of expected wait times during all aspects of the center visit
- Responsible for clerical tasks in both the front and back office associated with patient care and proper record keeping. Ensure accuracy in record keeping and documentation
- Cross train to perform Patient Service Specialist duties: greet patients, obtain authorization, check in/out, communicate wait times, answer multi-line telephone system, and distribute employer results/paperwork as needed
- Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules
- Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required
- Participate in initial and ongoing training as required
- Assist in maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly appearance throughout the facility
- Perform Human Performance Evaluations under the direction of a certified clinician or therapist
- Assign duties and responsibilities for MSS staff while monitoring patient flow
- Maintain all medical equipment and medical devices and facilitate maintenance as needed
- Maintain safety and accuracy in testing/treating patients by ensuring performance of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and quality control/quality assurance activities of medical equipment
- Ensure that the medical center maintains appropriate stocking of supplies, equipment, medications, testing and treatment equipment for safe and proper patient treatment
- Facilitate completion any applicable training including but not limited to clinical competency training that occurs monthly including for MSS staff
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school (credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations) or Military Medical Specialist with current Medical Assistant credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations
- Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection Certifications
Job-Related Experience
- Customarily has at least six months or more of medical assistant experience
- Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology
- Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific) preferred
Job-Related Skills/Competencies
- Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
- Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
- Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism
- The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
- Demonstrated effective communication and interaction with employers, patients, providers and other employees
- Demonstrated ability to maintain working relationship with all employees/leadership.
- Demonstrated computer skills
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Days Offered
- Colleague Referral Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Benefits
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Employee Discounts
This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $21.14 to $27.48 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.
This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.
Concentra is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including hiring, promotion and advancement, without regard to the following characteristics: race, color, national origin, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local fair employment practice laws.
The Lead Medical Support Specialist is responsible for providing work leadership to a team of Medical Support Specialists (MSS), under the direction of the Center Operation Director (COD) to ensure clinical care is executed and exceptional service is delivered to all customers. The Lead Medical Support Specialist is responsible for completing and/or delegating tasks amongst team of MSS to remain compliant with policies and procedures as well as support the patient flow. Also performs routine medical and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician as well as supports in other areas of the facility as needed including registration and referral management.
- Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing
- Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, pulmonary function tests, audiogram testing and respirator fit testing
- Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.)
- Assist providers during examination and treatment
- Responsible for performing routine medical procedures as ordered by treating clinician as well as triaging emergent patients as needed
- Prepare and assist clinician with procedure set up and injury care
- Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician
- Dispense medications and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) as ordered by the treating clinician in accordance with state regulations
- Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center
- Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment, and stock exam rooms
- Maintain and operate all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures
- Notify leadership immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected
- In partnership with center leadership, assist with patient flow and volume
- Keep patients informed of expected wait times during all aspects of the center visit
- Responsible for clerical tasks in both the front and back office associated with patient care and proper record keeping. Ensure accuracy in record keeping and documentation
- Cross train to perform Patient Service Specialist duties: greet patients, obtain authorization, check in/out, communicate wait times, answer multi-line telephone system, and distribute employer results/paperwork as needed
- Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules
- Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required
- Participate in initial and ongoing training as required
- Assist in maintaining a neat, clean, and orderly appearance throughout the facility
- Perform Human Performance Evaluations under the direction of a certified clinician or therapist
- Assign duties and responsibilities for MSS staff while monitoring patient flow
- Maintain all medical equipment and medical devices and facilitate maintenance as needed
- Maintain safety and accuracy in testing/treating patients by ensuring performance of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance and quality control/quality assurance activities of medical equipment
- Ensure that the medical center maintains appropriate stocking of supplies, equipment, medications, testing and treatment equipment for safe and proper patient treatment
- Facilitate completion any applicable training including but not limited to clinical competency training that occurs monthly including for MSS staff
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school (credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations) or Military Medical Specialist with current Medical Assistant credentials in the state of employment in accordance with state requirements and applicable regulations
- Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection Certifications
Job-Related Experience
- Customarily has at least six months or more of medical assistant experience
- Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology
- Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific) preferred
Job-Related Skills/Competencies
- Concentra Core Competencies of Service Mentality, Attention to Detail, Sense of Urgency, Initiative and Flexibility
- Ability to make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
- Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism
- The ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information (including HIPAA and PHI) in accordance with federal and state laws and company policies
- Demonstrated effective communication and interaction with employers, patients, providers and other employees
- Demonstrated ability to maintain working relationship with all employees/leadership.
- Demonstrated computer skills
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Days Offered
- Colleague Referral Bonus Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Benefits
- Dependent Care Spending Account
- Employee Discounts
This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $21.14 to $27.48 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.
This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management.
Concentra is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including hiring, promotion and advancement, without regard to the following characteristics: race, color, national origin, religious beliefs, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local fair employment practice laws.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lead medical assistant jobs.
- Active CCMA, CMA, or RMA certification from an accredited organization
- Minimum two to three years of medical assistant experience in a clinical setting
- Prior supervisory or team lead experience overseeing other medical assistants
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
- Strong phlebotomy, vital signs, and clinical intake skills across patient populations
- Ability to train new hires and maintain compliance with clinical quality standards
Tips for Your Lead Medical Assistant Job Search
Highlight your supervisory scope specifically
Employers want to know how many MAs you've led, not just that you have leadership experience. Quantify the team size you supervised and name the workflows you owned, like rooming protocols, supply ordering, or MA scheduling.
Get your CCMA or RMA before applying
Many lead MA postings screen out uncertified candidates before a human ever reads the resume. If you hold a CMA, CCMA, or RMA, put the credential directly after your name in the header so it's the first thing a recruiter sees.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lead medical assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your specialty background
A lead MA background in orthopedics or dermatology is a differentiator, not just a footnote. Filter your search by specialty when possible, and name your clinical setting in your resume headline so hiring managers know you're not starting from scratch.
Prepare for scenario questions about staff conflict
Lead MA interviews almost always include a question about handling a team member who isn't following protocol. Have a specific example ready that shows you addressed the behavior directly, documented it if needed, and kept patient care on track.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate pay
Lead MA titles vary widely in actual authority. Before accepting any offer, ask directly whether you have input on scheduling, can conduct MA performance reviews, and whether the lead role is a formal position or an informal add-on to your clinical duties.
Lead Medical Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lead medical assistants?
The companies hiring the most lead medical assistants right now include Pediatric Associates Family of Companies, US Department of Veterans Affairs, and Ortho Sport and Spine Physicians, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Multi-site physician groups and large outpatient clinic networks tend to post the highest volume of lead roles because they need consistent oversight across locations.
How many lead medical assistant jobs are remote?
About 10% of lead medical assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical lead duties. Remote options are most common for lead MAs in care coordination, chronic disease management programs, and telehealth-integrated practices where patient intake and follow-up work can be handled off-site.
How do you become a lead medical assistant?
Start by earning your MA certification through an accredited program and working in a clinical setting long enough to build proficiency in rooming, phlebotomy, and EHR documentation. From there, volunteer for training responsibilities or cross-coverage roles that put you in contact with scheduling and compliance tasks. When you apply for lead positions, emphasize any experience you have orienting new staff, managing supply inventory, or running daily huddles.
Can you get hired as a lead medical assistant with little experience?
Getting hired directly into a lead role with little experience is difficult because most employers want to see that you've already worked through the clinical basics and can be trusted to guide others doing the same work. The most practical path is to take on informal leadership tasks in your current role, like training a new hire or covering a shift lead absence, then document that experience clearly on your resume before applying to lead postings.
What does the lead medical assistant interview process look like?
Most lead MA interviews involve a phone screen with HR followed by an in-person or video interview with the clinical manager or practice administrator. Expect behavioral questions about how you've handled underperforming team members, protocol violations, or high patient volume. Some employers add a skills verification step or ask you to walk through how you'd onboard a new MA, so be ready to describe your training approach in concrete terms.
Where can I find and apply to lead medical assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to lead medical assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialty background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits. Applying as soon as a role goes live gives you the best chance of moving to the first round before the posting closes.
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