Medical Assistant

SouthStar Urgent Care • Ruston, LA

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports providers and patients in a patient-focused clinical environment. The role prepares patients and exam rooms, assists with treatments and procedures, performs routine laboratory work and phlebotomy, documents care, coordinates appointments, and helps ensure seamless patient care. The position also includes clinic opening and closing duties and patient callbacks.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current Basic Life Support (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 examinations, record vital signs and medical 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; perform routine in-house testing, analyze and prepare specimens for testing, log results, and perform laboratory 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 family members regarding treatment and medication instructions.
• Collaborate with team members, take direction, and initiate actions that support cross-functional teamwork and seamless patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform clinic opening and closing 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 coverage.
• 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

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