Medical Assistant & Family Advocate

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support for adults and children in home settings
• Perform clinical tasks including taking vital signs, updating patient history, and collecting lab specimens
• Administer oral, topical, and injectable medications and vaccinations
• Assist providers in procedures using aseptic techniques
• Complete accurate EMR documentation of patient information and services
• Coordinate services and refer families to external social care providers for social drivers of health
• Manage administrative workflows, patient registration, and prior authorization approvals
• Participate in outreach efforts to explain program details to potential families

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• 1 year of vital signs and phlebotomy experience
• 1 year of EMR systems experience
• Active BLS certification
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in counseling, community work, or community health activities
• Lived experience with the communities served by Nest Health

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Employer-sponsored health, dental, and life insurance
• Generous PTO and company-supported parental leave
• Reimbursement for work-related vehicle expenses and mileage
• Up to $3,000/year tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Access to Lyric's comprehensive behavioral health and urgent care services

About the Company

Nest Health is a value-based care provider built for families, offering a unique family-based, in-home, and virtual care model. Founded in 2022, Nest aims to make comprehensive medical, behavioral, and social care radically accessible to high-risk families.