Medical Assistant (MA)

Stat Home Health; Clinton (MS); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock ownership

Competitive pay

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

Generous PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Homedica House Calls is seeking a Field Certified Medical Assistant to join our in-home care team across the New Orleans and Southshore area. The ideal candidate will assist a Nurse Practitioner during patient visits, perform vital signs and history taking, and document care in the EMR.

Eligible applicants should have CMA or RMA certification, home health experience, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel extensively.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred.
• Previous experience in home health or hospice strongly preferred.
• Experience assisting providers with patient assessments and clinical documentation.
• Ability to work independently in field-based settings while supporting a Nurse Practitioner during visits.
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel throughout the Southshore/New Orleans area for patient visits.
• Strong organizational skills and time management in the field.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Travel with and support the Nurse Practitioner during in-home patient visits.
• Assist with vital signs, patient history, medication reconciliation, and documentation.
• Prepare and maintain clinical supplies for field visits.
• Facilitate communication between the provider, patient, and care team.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Support coordination of care and follow-up needs identified during visits.

Skills

CMA (Certified Medical Assistant)

RMA (Registered Medical Assistant)

Home health experience

Patient assessments

Clinical documentation

Driving

Communication skills

Tools

EMR systems

Mobile documentation tools

Job description

Field Certified Medical Assistant – Jackson, MS

Homedica House Calls is a trusted leader in innovative, patient-centered primary care. Serving patients across Louisiana and Mississippi, we provide high-quality care through in-home visits, telehealth, and post-acute facility medicine. We offer comprehensive care aimed at improving health outcomes, enhancing quality of life, and reducing the need for traditional office visits.

Position Summary:
The Field Medical Assistant (MA) works alongside a Nurse Practitioner to provide in-home medical visits to patients throughout the Southshore region, including New Orleans and surrounding communities. This role requires a highly organized, flexible, and dependable individual who is comfortable working in the field, traveling between patient homes, and assisting with medical provider assessments.

Why Join Us?

At Homedica, we invest in our people through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — a unique benefit that makes you a true employee-owner.

As part of our team, you’ll receive company stock at no cost to you, with benefits that include:

• Building long-term wealth for your future
• Enjoying a retirement benefit you don’t pay for
• Sharing directly in the success you help create every day

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred
• Previous experience in home health or hospice strongly preferred
• Experience assisting medical providers with patient assessments and clinical documentation
• Ability to work independently in a field-based environment while supporting a Nurse Practitioner during patient visits
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel throughout the Southshore/New Orleans area for patient visits
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time efficiently while in the field
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare team members
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to a changing daily schedule and patient needs
• Comfortable entering patient homes and working in various environments
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and mobile documentation tools preferred

Key Responsibilities:

• Travel with and support the Nurse Practitioner during in-home patient visits
• Assist with vital signs, patient history, medication reconciliation, and documentation
• Prepare and maintain necessary clinical supplies for field visits
• Facilitate communication between the provider, patient, and care team
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
• Support coordination of care and follow-up needs identified during visitsEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – company-paid ownership benefit
• Competitive pay with increased earning potential
• Short-term & long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Mileage reimbursement (adjusted for fuel price changes)