Medical Assistant Jobs in Spokane, LA

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Medical Assistant certification or one or more years of equivalent experience.
• Experience across more than one service line and ability to independently manage assigned clinical workflows with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Medical Assistant core competencies.
• Complete and pass a CPR course within 90 days of employment.
• Ability to travel 15% or more within the state between clinics.
• Proficient computer skills, including data entry and typing.
• Knowledge of instrumentation used in lab point-of-care testing, as directed, within 90 days.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of private information in accordance with HIPAA and Variety Care policy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the patient population.
• Ability to work in a multifaceted, fast-paced work environment.
• Able to lift at least 25 pounds.
• Able to assist patients onto and off an exam table when asked or directed.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant Certificate; demonstrated proficiency across multiple service lines and independent workflow execution may be considered in lieu of certification.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, including speaking, writing, and comprehension.
• Previous clinic or primary practice/behavioral health experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform clinical intake duties and manage assigned workflows with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate proficiency across more than one assigned service line, such as Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Women’s Health, or Psych.
• Measure, record, and document patient information accurately and completely in the EMR and in a timely manner.
• Administer immunizations under provider direction, including VIS review, OSIIS updates, and accurate EMR documentation.
• Collect and process specimens according to established protocols and quality standards.
• Apply clinical policies, procedures, and standards to support patient safety and efficient clinic operations.
• Use EMR functionality effectively to support clinic flow, documentation accuracy, and patient care.
• Identify discrepancies or issues, demonstrate attention to detail, and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and team members to support coordinated care.
• Adapt to workflow changes and assist during high-volume periods.
• Accept feedback and incorporate coaching to maintain and improve performance.
• Float within or between clinics as needed to maintain business continuity.
• Support Variety Care’s Patient Centered Medical Home accreditation and commitment to safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care.
• Work with staff to support the goals of the Quintuple Aim of healthcare reform.
• Demonstrate open and honest communication, high moral and ethical conduct, integrity, adaptability, sound judgment, leadership, and accountability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.