Medical Assistant or EMT

Piedmont Urgent Care by Wellstreet • Dunwoody, GA

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About The Position

Piedmont Urgent Care is hiring a Medical Assistant or EMT to provide hands-on patient care and support smooth clinic operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment. The role involves preparing patients, assisting with examinations and treatments, collecting patient histories and specimens, performing clinical procedures, and supporting occupational medicine services. The position also includes administrative and quality assurance responsibilities and travel to other Piedmont Urgent Care locations as operational needs require.

This is a full-time role with three 12-hour shifts, scheduled from either 7 AM to 7 PM or 8 AM to 8 PM. There are no overnight shifts, but the employee must be able to work weekends and holidays. Piedmont Urgent Care highlights work-life balance, professional growth, and a benefits package.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, and clinical procedures.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Positive, proactive approach to patient care and collaboration.
• Healthcare experience is preferred; outstanding new graduates may be trained.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of healthcare experience; urgent care or emergency room experience is a plus.
• Experience with EPIC EMR software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments, ensuring they are comfortable and informed.
• Perform triage and accurately take vital signs.
• Obtain and document detailed patient histories in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system in a timely manner.
• Collect routine laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and oral swabs.
• Administer medications and non-intravenous injections, including intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections.
• Start IVs, place catheters, and perform splinting when necessary.
• Perform basic clinical, aseptic, and laboratory procedures to support patient care.
• Assist with occupational medicine services, including drug screening, breath alcohol testing, audiograms, and pulmonary function testing, while following company protocols.
• Maintain healthcare regulatory compliance, including HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Perform office procedures and general administrative tasks, and operate office medical equipment.
• Oversee compliance with quality assurance programs, CLIA-waived laboratory requirements, and patient result trackers.
• Travel to other Piedmont Urgent Care locations as required to support staffing and operational needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Certification reimbursement.
• Leadership opportunities and professional development.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness initiatives.
• Flexible schedule with three 12-hour shifts and no overnight shifts.

What This Job Offers

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