Medical Assistant - Midtown

Urgent Care Management or Joint Venture Partner • Decatur, GA

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About The Position

Piedmont Urgent Care is hiring a Medical Assistant to provide hands-on patient care and support smooth clinic operations in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment. The role includes preparing patients for examinations and treatments, performing triage and clinical procedures, collecting specimens, administering medications and injections, assisting with occupational medicine services, and completing related documentation and administrative work. The Medical Assistant is also responsible for supporting regulatory and quality requirements and may travel to other Piedmont Urgent Care locations to meet staffing and operational needs.

This is a full-time position scheduled for three 12-hour shifts, from 8 AM to 8 PM, with no overnight shifts. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Piedmont Urgent Care describes opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and a work-life balance.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, and clinical procedures.
• Ability to use Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• A positive, proactive approach to patient care and collaboration.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, and use hands and arms throughout the workday.
• Manual dexterity and hand coordination sufficient to perform assigned clinical duties.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move moderate weight, generally between 20 and 40 pounds.
• Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience; urgent care or emergency room experience is a plus.
• Experience with EPIC EMR software.
• The employer is willing to train outstanding new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments, helping ensure they are comfortable and informed.
• Perform triage and accurately take vital signs.
• Obtain and document patient history 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, in accordance with 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, and prescription benefits.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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