Certified Medical Assistant Floater

David Raines Community Health Center • Shreveport, LA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team! The Certified Medical Assistant Floater supports providers (physician, nurse practitioner) in the provision of patient care; including measurement of vital signs, discussing and documenting health concerns and histories, performing medical testing, and administering vaccinations and medications necessary for patient care. The CMA Floater will float to various clinic locations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program and current CMA certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic familiarity with routine medical protocol and terminology.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen or similar EHS.
• BLS required (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Ensures patient confidentiality and provides patients with needed information.
• Collect patient medical histories and personal information.
• Manage patient medical records and update in EHR.
• Manage medical supply inventory.
• Prepare examination rooms for patient visits.
• Ensure rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies.
• Clean medical instruments and examinations rooms.
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, weight).
• Assist provider with examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as directed.
• Establishes that each patient is advised of patient rights and other necessary education tools to assist the patient.
• Performs other duties required to meet the goal of providing primary health care.
• Prepares community care referrals as needed.
• Reports abnormal results to the physician.
• Observes for the presence of any urgent problems needing immediate attention.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Must be available to rotate on occasion to other DRCHC sites (Bossier, Gilliam, Haynesville, Minden, or Shreveport).

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays each year
• paid time off
• extended leave days
• discounted services
• loan repayment options
• continuing education days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED