Clinic Reg Medical Assistant

Baptist Health Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Arkansas is seeking a Registered Medical Assistant to support physicians in examinations and treatments at our Little Rock clinics. The role includes patient intake, taking vital signs, and documenting health history in the electronic medical record.

The ideal candidate will multi-task and demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology. CPR certification is required; lab work may be required with associated education and experience; training provided and a fast-paced

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required.
• Registered Medical Assistant certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required if working in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under physician direction.
• Conduct patient intake and record vital signs.
• Complete patient health history in the electronic medical record.
• May draw blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Maintain a friendly, professional, fast-paced clinic demeanor.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient intake

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Working Hours: 7:30am -5 Monday -Thursday 7:30-2pm on Friday

Summary:

The Registered Medical Assistant assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. The Registered Medical Assistant will conduct patient intake, take vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and complete patient health history in the electronic medical record. The ideal candidate will display good decision making skills, be able to multi-task, have knowledge of anatomy, and is proficient in medical terminology. This role may be required to draw and collect blood samples for patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, which may involve exposure to bodily fluids during patient care. The assistant must be friendly, professional, and able to keep a fast pace during clinic hours.

Other information:

• CPR certification required
• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required if working in the lab
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred
• Registered Medical Assistant certification required

This job will be authorized80.00 hours bi-weekly.

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