Certified Medical Assistant

David Raines Community Health Centers; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

David Raines Community Health Centers is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide quality care to patients. The role involves assisting healthcare providers, conducting clinical tasks, and maintaining patient records. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, certification, and experience in healthcare.

Benefits

10 paid holidays

Paid time off and extended leave days

Loan repayment options

Continuing education days

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant required.
• At least one year of healthcare experience.
• Must be familiar with routine medical protocol and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Supports providers in patient care.
• Maintains and updates patient files.
• Assists in the delivery of primary health care.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Clinical Duties

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an Accredited Program for Medical Assistants

Current CPR/BLS certification

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The Certified Medical Assistant supports providers (physician, nurse practitioner) in the provision of patient care; including measurement of vital signs, discuss and document health concerns and histories, performs medical testing and administers vaccinations and medications necessary for patient care. The CMA will rotate on occasion or as necessary, to other DRCHC sites (Bossier, Gilliam, Haynesville, Minden, or Shreveport).

Work Experience Requirements

• Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management.
• Performs selected clinical and administrative duties to include preparation of patients and/or equipment for examination and/or treatment.
• Maintain patient care inventory, supplies, and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Maintain and/or update patient files, record and other information in a professional manner following DRCHC policy and procedures.
• May assist providers and other clinical staff as necessary to perform clinical care functions.
• Assist all patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous manner via in-person, phone, or electronic means.
• Performs other related duties as required or necessary.
  
  

Education/Experience Requirements

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

• High School Diploma or equivalent Graduate from an Accredited Program for Medical Assistants.
• Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification with American Heart Association.
• Must be familiar with routine medical protocol and terminology.
• At least one year of healthcare experience.
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER? We offer 10 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.

All applications/resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or any of the external posting site such as Glassdoor or indeed.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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