MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MOBILE MEDICAL UNIT
About The Position
Join Nevada Health Centers, Nevada's oldest and largest community-based nonprofit healthcare organization. Through our innovative mobile health services, we bring compassionate, high-quality care directly to patients and communities across the state, ensuring healthcare reaches those who need it most. At Nevada Health Centers, we do more than provide healthcare. We build trust, create meaningful connections, and strengthen the communities we serve. Every patient interaction is an opportunity to make a lasting impact and help improve lives. If you're looking for more than just a job and want a career with purpose, this is your opportunity to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to accessible, community-centered care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED Equivalent
- Certification of completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience
- National certification through NHA as a Clinical Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA). If not currently nationally certified must obtain within 180 days of employment.
- BLS/CPR Certification
Nice To Haves
- 1 year experience as a medical assistant in family medicine, pediatrics, or OB/GYN
- English/Spanish fluency
- Skill in operating computer databases; EHR/EMR
- Ability to read, write, and calculate mathematical figures
- Knowledge of general office practices in a medical setting
- Knowledge of medical examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures
- Ability to communicate in a courteous and professional manner
- Ability to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to underserved populations
- Knowledge of ADA, CPT, and ICD-9-CM coding
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients and treatment rooms for examination and treatment
- Take patient histories and vital signs
- Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed
- Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
- Observes all infection control policies
- Assist providers in preparing for minor surgeries and exams
- Assist with scheduling tests and treatments
- Complete and maintain patient documentation, files, records and other information
- Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested
- Works closely with the providers to receive guidance and instruction for treating patients
- Maintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with supervisors, providers, staff and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high-quality service
- Take all necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty
- Utilizes equipment that interfaces with NVHC EMR system (e.g. EKG, spirometry, etc.)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, with annual merit increases
- Company sponsored PPO medical plan and buy-up option, vision, and dental plans
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous time-off policy, and ten (10) paid holidays plus one (1) float holiday
- Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
