Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse

Primary Health Care Center of Dade; Fort Oglethorpe (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Dental insurance

Job summary

Primary Health Care Center of Dade is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support clinical teams across multiple PHC locations in Fort Oglethorpe, GA. The Floater role offers varied work with diverse providers and patient populations, requiring adaptability and teamwork.

Travel between PHC locations is required based on staffing and patient care needs. This position emphasizes high-quality patient care in a nonprofit FQHC setting and supports PCMH

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with certification or diploma.
• Current Georgia LPN license is required for LPN applicants.
• Clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical support to providers during patient visits.
• Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining histories, vital signs, medications, and allergy information.
• Assist with examinations and procedures, including wound care, injections, EKGs, blood draws, GYN exams, specimen collection, and other clinical services within your scope of practice.
• Administer medications and maintain medication inventory.
• Collect, process, and perform routine laboratory testing.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked exam rooms and ensure equipment is properly maintained.
• Assist with patient communication, medication refill requests, referrals, scheduling, and follow-up care.
• Track immunizations and assist with vaccine inventory.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CMS, and PHC policies and procedures.
• Support PCMH initiatives and chronic disease management.
• Float between PHC clinic locations as needed to ensure excellent patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

EMR experience

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Positive attitude

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Georgia LPN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• Dental insurance

Are you a compassionate Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking for a dynamic role where no two days are the same? Primary Healthcare Centers (PHC) is seeking a Floater to provide clinical support across multiple PHC locations in the Fort Oglethorpe area.

As a Floater, you'll have the opportunity to work with a variety of providers and patient populations while helping ensure exceptional care is delivered wherever you're needed most. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, is adaptable, and thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Travel between PHC locations is required based on staffing and patient care needs.

Why Join PHC

At Primary Healthcare Centers, our mission is to reveal God's love by providing high-quality, accessible healthcare for all. As a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we've proudly served Northwest Georgia since 1980 by providing comprehensive medical, behavioral health, and nutritional services to our communities.

When you join PHC, you'll become part of a supportive team that values compassion, teamwork, excellence, and service.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct clinical support to providers during patient visits.
• Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining medical histories, vital signs, medications, and allergy information.
• Assist with examinations and procedures, including wound care, injections, EKGs, blood draws, GYN exams, specimen collection, and other clinical services within your scope of practice.
• Administer medications and maintain medication sample inventory.
• Collect, process, and perform routine laboratory testing.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked exam rooms while ensuring equipment is properly maintained and supplies remain current.
• Assist with patient communication, medication refill requests, referrals, scheduling, and follow-up care.
• Track immunizations and assist with vaccine inventory.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Follow HIPAA, OSHA, CMS, and PHC policies and procedures.
• Support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) initiatives and chronic disease management.
• Float between PHC clinic locations as needed to ensure excellent patient care.

Qualifications

Medical Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification or diploma required.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Licensed Practical Nurse

• Current Georgia LPN license required.
• Previous medical office or outpatient experience preferred.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has

• Excellent patient care and customer service skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) or the ability to learn quickly.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• A positive attitude with a willingness to adapt to different clinic locations and teams.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Benefits of Joining PHC

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Professional development opportunities
• Mission-driven, supportive work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community