Medical Assistant at Wellness Center

Nevada Health Centers I•Las Vegas, NV

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Nevada Health Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center, located in the Courtyard and serving unhoused individuals. The Medical Assistant supports the delivery of excellent, patient-centered medical services with an emphasis on disease prevention. Duties include preparing patients for examinations and procedures, administering medications under a provider’s direction, performing in-office laboratory procedures and phlebotomy for pediatric and adult patients, sterilizing instruments, and complying with OSHA regulations. The role also participates in quality improvement activities and supports clinical practice teams. This position differs from a traditional clinic-based role and provides care to individuals experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations. The successful candidate will build trust with patients from diverse backgrounds and treat everyone with dignity, empathy, and respect, including patients facing complex medical, behavioral health, social, and housing challenges. Nevada Health Centers is a nonprofit community health organization. The position is based at the Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center and has a Monday-to-Friday schedule, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion certificate from a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience.
National certification through NHA as a Clinical Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA); candidates who are not currently nationally certified must obtain certification within 180 days of employment.
BLS/CPR certification.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Commitment to treating individuals with dignity, empathy, and respect.
Comfort working with patients who may face complex medical, behavioral health, social, and housing challenges.
Ability to communicate courteously and professionally.
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 understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to underserved populations.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a medical assistant in family medicine.
English/Spanish fluency.
Skill in operating computer databases and EHR/EMR systems.
Knowledge of ADA, CPT, and ICD-9-CM coding.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and treatment rooms for examinations and treatment.
Take patient histories and vital signs.
Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed.
Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilizing instruments.
Observe infection control policies.
Assist providers in preparing for minor surgeries and examinations.
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.
Work with providers to receive guidance and instruction for treating patients.
Maintain appropriate communication and interpersonal relationships with supervisors, providers, staff, and patients to coordinate work and provide high-quality service.
Take necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty.
Use equipment that interfaces with the NVHC EMR system, such as EKG and spirometry equipment.
Participate in and support quality improvement activities and clinical practice team efforts.
Administer medications under a provider’s direction and perform in-office laboratory procedures and phlebotomy on pediatric and adult patients.
Sterilize instruments and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.