Medical Assistant

CenterWell • Las Vegas, NV

9d • $44,900 - $60,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistants support clinic flow by preparing patients before they see the doctor. In this onsite, specialized Patient Specialist role, the Medical Assistant completes patient preparation so doctors can focus on medical decisions. The role includes bringing patients to exam rooms, completing intake and health checks, explaining instructions clearly, and ensuring patients understand what to do next. The position reports to the Center Administrator.

Requirements

• Knowledge of HIPAA and safety policies, including protecting privacy and following safety requirements.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and OSHA standards.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to provide responsive, patient-centered support.
• Ability to accurately record patient care information and apply practical patient care techniques.
• Ability to recognize and manage emotions effectively.
• Ability to recognize risks and workflow needs in real time.
• Ability to maintain accuracy across repetitive tasks and perform basic calculations accurately.
• Ability to communicate clearly and be easily understood.
• Current or in-progress BLS certification where required for the applicable level or state.
• Graduation from a medical assistant training program or at least 3 years of experience.
• Right to work in the United States.
• Ability to work the assigned clinic hours.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of documenting screenings using approved, standardized tools.
• Knowledge of safe vaccine administration standards.
• Knowledge of routing messages to support care, point-of-care testing (POCT), and specimen handling.
• Knowledge of value-based care fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Bring patients to exam rooms and prepare them for their appointments.
• Complete patient intake, including verifying medications and allergies, documenting patient history, and conducting validated screenings as needed, such as PHQ-2 and Fall Risk screenings.
• Manage the EMR inbox according to routing rules, handling patient messages, lab results, and medication-adherence follow-ups with pharmacies.
• Aim to provide a same-day touch for all inbox tasks to maintain clinical flow.
• Educate patients about next steps and use the loop-back method by asking patients to repeat instructions in their own words.
• Perform basic health checks and communicate clearly and compassionately with patients.
• Work effectively across professional teams and perform clinical tasks safely and consistently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off, company and personal holidays, and paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.
• Other opportunities supporting personal wellness and healthcare decisions.

What This Job Offers

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