Certified Medical Assistant

David Raines Community Health Center • Bossier City, LA

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About The Position

David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team!

General Description:

The Certified Medical Assistant works as part of the medical team performing those clinical and clerical duties necessary to prepare patients for a visit. Also prepares medical charts and gathers patient information. The CMA should maintains smooth patient flow throughout the Health Center.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program and current CMA certification.
• Effective 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

Benefits

• We offer 10 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days, discounted services, loan repayment options, and continuing education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed