Medical Assistant - Swain Family

Lifepoint Health • Bryson City, NC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistants are integral members of our healthcare team. We offer
on-the-job training and a career assistance program to help you become a
Certified Medical Assistant. Duties include assisting with the direct care of
patients as well as other clinic activities such as preparation and information
documentation for the patient’s visit including obtaining vitals, medical
history and other pertinent information from the patient.  Prepares exam rooms
for patients.  May assist with procedures as directed by the Provider.  Assists
with collection of lab samples.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Excellent customer service skills are required
• Must have the ability to work independently, have strong oral skills, good basic math skills and be computer literate
• American Heart Association BLS certification (CPR) classes are offered on site. Certification must be completed within 30 days of hire and maintained

Nice To Haves

• Past experience in the medical field is preferred, but working as a medical assistant in a physician’s office is not required

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the direct care of patients
• Preparation and information documentation for the patient’s visit including obtaining vitals, medical history and other pertinent information from the patient
• Prepares exam rooms for patients
• Assist with procedures as directed by the Provider
• Assists with collection of lab samples

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED