Weekend Home-Based Medical Assistant

Position Title: Home-Based Medical Assistant

Department: PACE

Supervisor:  Medical Assistant Supervisor/ Nurse Manager

Hours per week:  16 (Weekend)

Pay Range:  The expected base pay for the position is $18-$30.65 per hour and may be increased based on other factors, such as language, certifications, etc.

Primary Function: 

Provide clinical and administrative support to the Primary Care and Nursing teams in caring for participants in their homes. Responsibilities include performing phlebotomy, taking and recording vital signs, assisting with medication administration (including insulin), and completing simple dressing changes as directed. Must be flexible and willing to take on tasks within the scope of practice as requested by nursing and primary care staff, while ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to safety protocols.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical support to nursing and primary care staff during home visits.
• Perform and document vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, O₂ saturation), blood glucose checks, and weights for participants in their homes.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures during home visits as requested.
• Report observations and assessments promptly to nursing or primary care staff.
• Administer pre-filled insulin or medications (including eye drops and topical ointments) and perform simple dressing changes during home visits as directed.
• Discard any expired medications appropriately, including insulin and eye drops, following protocol.
• Participate in the PACE QAPI Program, including evaluating MA services and implementing quality improvement interventions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all home-based services provided.
• Comply with PACE policies and procedures, including competency requirements.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the MA supervisor or Nurse Manager.