Medical Assistant at Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center
About The Position
Join Nevada Health Centers, the state’s largest and oldest nonprofit community health organization, and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving access to quality healthcare for communities. This role is based out of the Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center, specifically servicing unhoused individuals. The Medical Assistant will participate in patient-centered medical services with an emphasis on disease prevention, preparing patients for examinations and procedures, administering medications under provider direction, performing in-office lab procedures and phlebotomy on pediatric and adult patients, and sterilizing instruments while ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations. This position involves actively participating in quality improvement activities and supporting clinical practice teams. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build trust with patients from diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to treating all individuals with dignity, empathy, and respect. Team members should be comfortable working with patients facing complex medical, behavioral health, social, and housing challenges. This Medical Assistant position is unique, providing compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED Equivalent
- Certification of completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience
- National certification through NHA as a Clinical Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA). If not currently nationally certified must obtain within 180 days of employment.
- BLS/CPR Certification
Nice To Haves
- 1 year experience as a medical assistant in family medicine
- English/Spanish fluency
- Skill in operating computer databases; EHR/EMR
- 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 communicate in a courteous and professional manner
- Ability to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to underserved populations
- Knowledge of ADA, CPT, and ICD-9-CM coding
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients and treatment rooms for examination and treatment
- Take patient histories and vital signs
- Administer injections and apply dressings as instructed
- Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization
- Observes all infection control policies
- Assist providers in preparing for minor surgeries and exams
- 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
- Works closely with the providers to receive guidance and instruction for treating patients
- Maintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with supervisors, providers, staff and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high-quality service
- Take all necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonesty
- Utilizes equipment that interfaces with NVHC EMR system (e.g. EKG, spirometry, etc.)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, with annual merit increases
- Company sponsored PPO medical plan and buy-up option, vision, and dental plans
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Generous time-off policy, and ten (10) paid holidays plus one (1) float holiday
- Company paid life/AD&D and long-term disability policies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
