Clinic Reg Medical Assistant

Baptist Health • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Registered Medical Assistant assists with patient examinations and treatment under a physician’s direction. Duties include conducting patient intake, taking vital signs—including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height—and recording patient health histories in the electronic medical record. The role may also involve drawing and collecting blood samples and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, with possible exposure to bodily fluids during patient care. The ideal candidate is friendly and professional, makes sound decisions, multitasks effectively, understands anatomy and medical terminology, and works at a fast pace during clinic hours. The position is authorized for 80 hours bi-weekly and follows a Monday–Friday day schedule from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Requirements

• Registered Medical Assistant certification is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required if working in the lab.
• Ability to make sound decisions and multitask.
• Knowledge of anatomy and proficiency in medical terminology.
• Friendly, professional manner and ability to maintain a fast pace during clinic hours.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and treatment under the direction of a physician.
• Conduct patient intake.
• Take and record vital signs, including pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Complete patient health histories in the electronic medical record.
• As required, draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

What This Job Offers

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