Certified Medical Assistant

Elara Caring • Jackson, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we care where you are and believe the best place for care is where you live. We know there’s no place like home, and that’s why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey, we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Medical Assistant, Personal Care Services. To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Medical Assistant with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them? If so, apply today.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Medical Assistant certification in the state applying
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Compassionate approach toward patient care
• Ability to problem-solve, follow instructions, and prioritize workloads
• Able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and coworkers
• Knowledge of basic medical and personal care support tasks
• Must have dependable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto insurance OR reliable access to public transportation within the required distance to assigned work locations
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, assist transfers, and handle equipment
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs. as needed

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience providing care to elderly or disabled individuals in a home care or healthcare setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and medical assistant duties per client care plans
• Assist in monitoring client wellbeing — mental, physical, and emotional status
• Report significant changes in client condition to Supervisor promptly
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate updates as needed
• Promote patient safety by identifying hazards and escalating concerns
• Uphold HIPAA compliance and infection control standards
• Represent Elara Caring professionally with courtesy and compassion
• Attend required trainings and participate in skill development opportunities
• Support implementation of policies and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times
• Perform additional duties or assignments as needed

Benefits

• Work in a collaborative environment
• Be rewarded with a unique opportunity to make a difference
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed