Certified Medical Assistant

Community Care Partners • Haughton, LA

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant supports patient care in a positive, patient-focused clinic environment. The role prepares patients and examination areas, assists providers with treatments and procedures, collects and processes laboratory specimens, documents care, schedules appointments, and helps ensure seamless coordination across the care team. The position also includes phlebotomy, clinic opening and closing duties, and patient callbacks. Pay is based on experience and skills and falls within an established range.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current Medical Assistant certification through one of the following programs: RMA, AAMA, NCCT, CMAC, or AMCA.
• Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations; record vital signs and medical history; and provide treatment as applicable.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms; select, set up, sterilize, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Prepare and administer injections, change dressings, and facilitate wound management under provider orders.
• Collect blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens; perform routine in-house testing procedures; analyze and prepare specimens for testing; log results; and perform laboratory callbacks.
• Document basic patient care and procedures using appropriate forms and electronic medical records.
• Schedule patients for tests and initial and follow-up appointments, as applicable to the care setting.
• Instruct patients and family members regarding treatment and medication instructions.
• Collaborate with the care team, take direction, and initiate actions that support cross-functional teamwork and seamless patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform clinic opening and closing duties and patient callbacks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Healthcare benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Free care at Community Care Partners
• Annual salary increases
• Opportunity for pay advances
• Branded work apparel
• GreatWork Perks discounts on travel, entertainment, and more

What This Job Offers

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