Medical Assistant

Blue Ridge Community Health Services • Highlands, NC

9h

About The Position

Blue Ridge Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/LPN to join its team in Highlands, North Carolina. This entry-level position assists with direct patient care and front desk activities as part of an interdisciplinary medical team serving a culturally diverse patient population. The role is based in a fast-paced medical office and may require floating between nearby clinical sites as needed. Blue Ridge Health offers training toward Medical Assistant certification and opportunities for salary and career advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification or Registered Medical Assistant certification; if not currently certified, certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire.
• Ability to float between nearby clinical sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of medical terminology and common medical documentation.
• North Carolina licensure for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Medical phone triage experience.
• Bilingual language skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced medical office setting.
• Assist providers with delivering quality patient care.
• Obtain and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
• Perform basic medical procedures such as blood draws and EKGs.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Record patient information in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and relay information to providers.
• Assist patients with check-in and check-out.
• Assist with scheduling appointments.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Contribute to a positive and cooperative team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company-sponsored life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement account with company matching.
• Supplemental accident insurance available.
• Nine paid holidays per year.
• PTO and personal day accrual starting on the first day.
• Company-sponsored Medical Assistant certification classes.
• Flexible schedules available.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment.
• Extra hourly pay for bilingual language skills.
• Payment for Licensed Practical Nurse license renewal.

What This Job Offers

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