Medical Assistant - PRN

SouthStar Urgent Care • Lake Charles, LA

11d

About The Position

The Medical Assistant prepares patients for examination, records vital signs and patient history, and provides treatment as applicable. The role supports providers and the care team with clinical procedures, laboratory work, patient documentation, scheduling, and patient education. It also includes opening and closing clinic duties, patient callbacks, and other assigned duties. This is a PRN position. Compensation is based on experience and skills and falls within an established range.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Current Medical Assistant certification through one of the following programs is preferred: RMA, AAMA, NCCT, CMAC, or AMCA.
• A minimum of one year of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination; record vital signs and history; and provide treatment as applicable.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms; select, set up, sterilize, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Prepare and administer injections, change dressings, and facilitate wound management under provider orders.
• Collect blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens; conduct routine in-house testing procedures; analyze and prepare specimens for testing; log results; and perform lab callbacks.
• Document basic patient care and procedures using appropriate forms and electronic medical records.
• Schedule patients for tests and initial and follow-up appointments, as applicable to the care setting.
• Instruct patients and families regarding treatment and medication instructions.
• Collaborate with the care team, take direction, and initiate actions that support cross-functional teamwork and seamless patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform opening and closing clinic duties and patient callbacks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Healthcare benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Free care at Community Care Partners
• Annual salary increases on the employee's anniversary date
• Pay advances through Dayforce Wallet
• Annual credit for branded work apparel
• GreatWork Perks discounts on travel, entertainment, and more

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED