Certified Medical Assistant

David Raines Community Health Center; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Paid time off

Extended leave days

Loan repayment options

Discounted services

Job summary

David Raines Community Health Center in Shreveport, LA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support the clinical team and keep patient flow smooth throughout the health center. You will collect histories, record vital signs, prepare examination rooms, assist providers, manage medical records in the EHR, and help with administrative tasks to ensure timely visits.

Requirements include completion of an accredited CMA program and current CMA certification, solid communication, and ability to work

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program and CMA certification.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic familiarity with routine medical protocol and terminology.
• Ability to work well in a healthcare team and independently when needed.
• Experience with electronic health records (preferred Next Gen or similar).

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs and assist with examinations.
• Prepare examination rooms and ensure supplies are stocked.
• Collect patient histories and information for charts.
• Manage patient medical records in the EHR and maintain confidentiality.
• Administer medications/injections as directed and assist providers.

Skills

Patient interaction

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

CMA certification

Accredited CMA program completion

BLS certification

Tools

Next Gen EHR

Medical chart prep

Job description

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Certified Medical Assistant

LN-810-5040-Nursing Salaries Full Time Service Worker Shreveport, LA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1673

David Raines Community Health Centers is looking for passionate, qualified applicants to join our team! The Certified Medical Assistant works as part of the medical team performing those clinical and clerical duties necessary to prepare patients for a visit. Also prepares medical charts and gathers patient information. The CMA should maintain smooth patient flow throughout the Health Center.

Working Experience Requirements:

• Ensures patient confidentiality and provides patients with needed information.
• Collect patient medical histories and personal information.
• Manage patient medical records and update in EHR.
• Manage medical supply inventory.
• Prepare examination rooms for patient visits.
• Ensure rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies.
• Clean medical instruments and examinations rooms.
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, weight).
• Assist provider with examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as directed
• Establishes that each patient is advised of patient rights and other necessary education tools to assist the patient.
• Performs other duties required to meet the goal of providing primary health care.
• Prepares community care referrals as needed.
• Reports abnormal results to the physician.
• Observes for the presence of any urgent problems needing immediate attention.
• Employment would be a full-time (40) hours per week/ non-exempt position during the SBHC calendar school year as established and approved by the governing school board.
• SBHC employees are only paid for hours worked during the time SBHC are open. SBHC employees are not paid during the summer when SBHC/schools are closed.
• Work schedules are generally Monday - Friday, based on clinical operations and during the approved SBHC calendar year (August - May). Work schedules are not a contract of employment and may change at the needs of the DRCHC.
• Perform other related duties as required or necessary.

Education/Experience Requirements: (The minimum qualifications can be with any combination of education and/or experience.)

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program and current CMA certification.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic familiarity with routine medical protocol and terminology.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• Experience with electronic health records required, preferably Next Gen or similar EHS.

Licensure/Certifications:

• BLS required (American Heart Association)

WHAT WE OFFER? We off er 11 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days, discounted services, loan repayment options and continuing education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.

WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health care services to all. We have six center locations and twelve school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission, vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily.