Medical Assistant Jobs in Spokane, LA

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) required
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting preferred.
• Experience working with Medicare patients or geriatric populations strongly preferred.
• Experience supporting Annual Wellness Visits (AWVs) or preventive care visits.
• Experience working in community health centers, FQHCs, or underserved populations.
• Knowledge of Medicare preventive services and screenings.
• Fluent Spanish speaker preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for Medicare Annual Wellness Visits, including intake, documentation, and vital signs.
• Assist providers with geriatric-focused assessments, screenings, and preventive care services.
• Collect and document patient medical history, medications, and health risk assessments in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Perform basic clinical tasks such as: Vital signs, Height/weight measurements, Vision screenings, Fall risk assessments, Cognitive and depression screenings.
• Coordinate care activities and help ensure completion of recommended preventive services and screenings.
• Support providers in identifying care gaps and opportunities for preventive interventions.
• Educate patients on preventive care, wellness planning, and follow-up services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with clinical and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, care coordinators, and clinic staff to deliver a team-based care experience.
• Ensure exam rooms and clinical supplies are stocked and prepared for patient visits.

Benefits

• Fitness reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• 12 paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement for travel exceeding 50 miles