Certified Medical Assistant - Fayetteville Family Clinic (Full-Time, Mon-Fri, Days)

StartupNWA; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this vital role, you will assist nurses and front office staff in providing high-quality patient care within a community-focused environment. Your responsibilities will include obtaining patient vitals, managing electronic medical records, and ensuring exam rooms are well-stocked and clean. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and wellness of the community while working in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. If you are passionate about patient care and have the required certifications, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; Certification as a Medical Assistant and CPR needed.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a medical assistant role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient vitals and input data into the electronic medical records system.
• Assist front desk with daily operations and ensure exam rooms are stocked.

Skills

Patient Care

Data Entry

CLIA-waived Testing

Medical Terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certification as a Medical Assistant

Tools

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

Job Details

Job Location

WR Family Clinic - Fay - Fayetteville, AR

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

Certification in related field

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Nursing Services

Description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence.

Position Summary

The role of the Certified Medical Assistant reports to the Clinic Manager. This position is responsible for assisting the nurse and front office with day-to-day duties.

Essential Position Responsibilities

1. Obtain patient vitals and input data into the electronic medical records system
2. Perform any necessary CLIA-waive tests
3. Clean room after patient use
4. Ensure exam rooms are adequately stocked with necessary supplies
5. Appropriately process soiled instruments
6. Assist front desk with daily operations, as needed

Qualifications

1. Education: High School diploma or GED
2. Licensure and Certifications: Certified Medical Assistant and CPR, required.
3. Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a previous medical assistant role, preferred.

Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 pounds. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.