Clinical Medical Assistant

Blue Ridge Health•Tuscola Park, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Blue Ridge Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/LPN to join our team in Clyde, NC. This is an entry-level position with opportunities for salary and career advancement. We offer a $1000 Sign-On Bonus after 90 Days of Employment. As a Medical Assistant or LPN, you will be an integral member of the BRH medical team assisting with the direct care of patients and clinic activities. We are looking for a team player that can help build a positive environment with a desire to work in an interdisciplinary healthcare team and with a culturally diverse patient population.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)
Ability to float between nearby clinical sites as needed

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology and common medical documentation preferred
Medical Assistant Certification or Registered Medical Assistant preferred
Licensed Practical Nurses – NC licensure preferred
Medical phone triage experience preferred
Bi-Lingual (preferred, but not required – we pay extra per hour for your language skills)

Responsibilities

Working in a fast-paced medical office setting
Assisting providers with delivering quality patient care
Obtaining and recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.)
Performing basic medical procedures such as blood draws and EKGs
Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
Recording patient information in electronic health records (EHR) systems
Answering phones, responding to inquiries, and relaying information to providers
Adhering to HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
Contributing to a positive and cooperative team environment