Medical Assistant

Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription coverage

Pet Insurance & more

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401K with company match

Certification reimbursement

Job summary

Piedmont Urgent Care by WellStreet is seeking a Medical Assistant for a fast-paced clinical setting in Athens, GA. You’ll support patient care, handle triage and EMR documentation, and assist with Occupational Medicine services, while maintaining a focus on accuracy and patient comfort.

This role offers 12-hour shifts on a 3-day schedule, no overnights, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more, plus opportunities for certification reimbursement and professional development.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant (urgent care or ER a plus).
• Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, and clinical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments to ensure comfort and understanding.
• Perform triage and take accurate vital signs.
• Obtain and document detailed patient history in the EMR system in a timely manner.
• Collect routine laboratory specimens (blood, urine, oral swabs).
• Administer medications and non-intravenous injections (IM, subcutaneous, intradermal).
• Start IVs, place catheters, and perform splinting when needed.
• Handle basic clinical, aseptic, and laboratory procedures to support patient care.
• Assist with Occupational Medicine services (drug screening, breath alcohol, audiograms, PFT).
• Enforce HIPAA and OSHA compliance and healthcare regulations.
• Perform office procedures and general administrative tasks; operate medical equipment.
• Oversee quality assurance programs, CLIA waived lab requirements, and patient result trackers.
• Travel to other Piedmont Urgent Care locations as required.

Skills

Venipuncture

Injections

Clinical procedures

Education

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EMR software

EPIC

Job description

Piedmont Urgent Care - Delivering Quality Care with Purpose

Are you a passionate Medical Assistant looking for a dynamic and rewarding career? Join Piedmont Urgent Care, where you'll make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced clinical environment while enjoying work-life balance and professional growth opportunities.

As a Medical Assistant, you will be a key part of our healthcare team, providing hands‑on patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This role is ideal for those who thrive in a high‑energy, team‑oriented setting and are committed to delivering exceptional care.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• LIFE-Work Balance & Flexible Schedule: Full‑time (3‑day/12‑hour shifts, 8 AM - 8 PM) – No overnight shifts, so you can prioritize both your career and personal life!
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Pet Insurance & more
• Paid Time Off & Holidays: Recharge and take care of yourself
• 401K with Company Match: Plan for your future
• Professional Growth: Certification reimbursement, leadership opportunities & professional development
• Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness Initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Preparation: Assist with preparing patients for examinations and treatments, ensuring they are comfortable and well‑informed.
• Triage & Vital Signs: Perform triage and take vital signs accurately.
• Documenting Patient History: Obtain and document detailed patient history in our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system in a timely manner.
• Lab Specimens: Collect routine laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and oral swabs.
• Medication & Injections: Administer medications and non‑intravenous injections, including intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections.
• Clinical Procedures: Start IVs, place catheters, and perform splinting when necessary.
• Clinical & Laboratory Procedures: Perform basic clinical, aseptic, and laboratory procedures to support patient care.
• Occupational Medicine: Assist with our Occupational Medicine services, including drug screening, breath alcohol testing, audiograms, and pulmonary function testing, while adhering to company protocols.
• Compliance: Enforce and maintain healthcare regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and OSHA compliance.
• Administrative Duties: Perform office procedures and general administrative tasks; proficiently operate office medical equipment.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee compliance with quality assurance programs, CLIA waived laboratory requirements, and patient result trackers.
• Travel Requirement: Support staffing and operational needs by traveling to other Piedmont Urgent Care locations as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Certification: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Experience: 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant (urgent care or ER a plus)
• Skills: Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, and clinical procedures
• Technical Skills: Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software, EPIC preferred
• Flexibility: Ability to work 12‑hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Team Player: A positive, proactive approach to patient care and collaboration
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, and use hands and arms throughout the workday.
• Manual dexterity and hand coordination sufficient to perform assigned clinical duties.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move moderate weight, generally between 20 and 40 pounds.
• Vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

At Piedmont Urgent Care, we believe in kindness, excellence, empowerment, resilience, and proactive service. If you’re looking for a career where your contributions truly matter, and be part of something bigger!

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