Medical Assistant - Primary Care & Patient Education

EAST TEXAS COMMUNITY CLINIC INC; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers Health Network Athens is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the health care team in a community health center setting. The role supports nursing care, immunizations and patient education to patients of all ages in accordance with nursing standards.

You will assist in the lab and pharmacy as appropriate; coordinate care with providers and help maintain a safe, efficient clinic environment. CPR certification and MA education program certification are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health promotion, prevention and motivation.
• Knowledge of nursing processes and Texas Nursing practice Act.
• Ability to document patient information clearly and accurately.
• Ability to use glucometer and interpret results.
• Ability to work with lab and pharmacy as needed.
• CPR certification required; MA education program certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services and maintain clinical competency.
• Document care per policy and nursing processes.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses and care plans.
• Coordinate patient care with health team and ensure efficient flow.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and clinic environment.
• Assist with referrals, medications, and lab tasks.
• Maintain inventory and safe clinic environment.
• Perform medication administration following five rights.

Skills

Health promotion knowledge

Immunization knowledge

Nursing process documentation

Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Laboratory assistance

Medication administration

Education

Medical assistant certification

CPR for Healthcare Professionals

Job description

Centers Health Network Athens is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the health care team in a community health center setting. The role supports nursing care, immunizations and patient education to patients of all ages in accordance with nursing standards.

You will assist in the lab and pharmacy as appropriate; coordinate care with providers and help maintain a safe, efficient clinic environment. CPR certification and MA education program certification are required.