Medical Assistant

Community Clinic; West Fork (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Community Clinic in West Fork, AR seeks a Medical Assistant for the School Based Health Clinic at West Fork Elementary. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, supporting clinicians and the SBHC System Manager to deliver high-quality primary care to students.

The ideal candidate has a HS Diploma, CMA/RMA or equivalent, and reliable transportation; 1+ year of clinical experience preferred. Proficiency with EMR/EHR and MS Office is helpful.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• 1+ year clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient flow and aims for prompt service.
• Gathers vital signs and basic labs per protocol.
• Obtains chief complaint and visit reason with good listening.
• Keeps exam room supplies and cleanliness.
• Assists providers in procedures and exams.
• Translates between patient and staff as needed.
• Adheres to HIPAA/CLIA/ OSHA and related guidelines.

Skills

Spelling

Teamwork

Interpersonal

MS Office

EMR/EHR

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

EMR software

Practice management system

Job description

Job Description

Community Clinic is a trusted regional healthcare system dedicated to delivering exceptional, whole-person care in a compassionate, professional, and welcoming environment. As we continue to grow across the region, we remain grounded in one belief: people matter. That includes our patients—and our team. Every employee plays a vital role in living out our promise: We care. You belong.

Job Summary

Community Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant for our School Based Health Clinic at West Fork Elementary located in West Fork, AR. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday- Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM. The Medical Assistant - SBHC assists in patient care under the direction of the clinicians and SBHC System Manager, assisting in providing excellent primary health care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains patient flow during clinic so as to assure prompt service for patients.
• Obtains vital signs, measurements and laboratory tests accurately, as per protocol.
• Obtains chief complaint and reason for visit using excellent listening skills.
• Maintains exam room supplies and cleanliness for optimal efficiency.
• Assists as requested by provider in procedures and examinations within guidelines of certification and/or training.
• Translates written and verbal communication between patient and providers, nurses or ancillary staff, as requested by either the patient or staff and as skills allow.
• Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA PCMH and OSHA.

Skills

• Proficient spelling necessary.
• Ability to work and function independently and within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds.
• Proficient knowledge in computer software such as Microsoft Office Software.
• Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.

Required Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required
• Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or equivalent experience required.
• Reliable transportation is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) of clinical experience preferred.
• 1+ year(s) of medication administration experience preferred.

Why Work at Community Clinic?

• Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health‑care to everyone in your community!
• Excellent Benefits Package including:
  1. Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  2. 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)
  3. Paid Time Off and Holidays
  4. Employee Discounts for Care

Monday-Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

40 - Hours