Medical Assistant - Covington West

Four Winds Health; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life-Work Balance

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Pay & Benefits

PTO & Holidays

401K with Company Match

Certification reimbursement

Wellness Program

Job summary

Piedmont Urgent Care in Covington, GA, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide hands-on patient care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include patient prep, triage, vital signs, and EMR documentation using EPIC. You will handle lab specimens, injections, and basic clinical procedures, with a 12-hour shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Competitive benefits, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• 1+ year healthcare experience preferred; willing to train new graduates.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, and clinical procedures.
• Experience with EMR systems, EPIC preferred.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Take vital signs and perform triage as needed.
• Document patient history in EMR in a timely manner.
• Collect routine lab specimens (blood, urine, swabs).
• Administer medications and injections as directed.
• Help with IVs, catheters, and basic clinical tasks.

Skills

Venipuncture

Injections

Clinical procedures

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EPIC EMR

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, 7 AM - 7 PM and 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.
• 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.

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Certification: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Experience: 1+ year of healthcare experience preferred (urgent care or ER a plus); willing to train outstanding new graduates
• 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, be part of something bigger!

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