Medical Assistant - PRN - Weekday Availability Needed

SouthStar; Minden, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Part time

Job summary

SouthStar seeks a Medical Assistant to support weekday clinic operations in a PRN capacity. The position requires dependable weekday availability and provides opportunities to contribute to patient care.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, recording vital signs, assisting with procedures, specimen collection, and charting in EMR. Must have a high school diploma, MA certification, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Current Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the listed programs is preferred. Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination, record vital signs and history, and provide treatment as applicable.
• Prepare and administer injections, change dressings, and facilitate wound management under providers orders.
• Collect blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepare for testing; log results and perform lab call-backs.
• Document basic patient care and procedures in EMR and forms.
• Schedule tests and follow-up appointments as applicable in care setting.
• Instruct patients and families regarding treatment and medication instructions.

Skills

BLS certification

Vital signs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification (RMA/AAMA/NCCT/CMAC/AMCA)

Job description

Medical Assistant - PRN - Weekday Availability Needed

Job Description

Medical Assistant – Putting the Personal Care in Healthcare!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Join a supportive team that values your skills, growth, and a healthy team culture. We foster a positive patient-focused environment where you can thrive.

Benefits of working with our company include:

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Healthcare benefits including health (with FREE care at Community Care Partners), dental, vision, life, and disability
• Annual salary increases on your anniversary date
• Pay advances through Dayforce Wallet
• Annual credit for branded work apparel
• GreatWork Perks with discounts on travel, entertainment, and more

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for examination, records vital signs and history, and provides treatment as applicable
• Prepares exam/treatment rooms; select, setup, sterilize, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for procedures
• Prepare and administer injections, change dressings, and facilitate wound management under providers orders
• Collect blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens through routine in-house testing procedures, and analyze and prepare for testing, log results, and perform lab call-backs
• Document basic patient care and procedures, utilizing appropriate forms and electronic medical records
• Schedule patients for tests, initial, and follow-up appointments if applicable in care setting
• Instructs patients and family regarding treatment and medication instructions
• Collaborate, take direction, and initiate actions that will allow the assumption of cross-functional team actions to ensure seamless patient care
• Perform opening/closing clinic duties and patient call backs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Certificate/License: Current Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following programs is preferred (RMA, AAMA, NCCT, CMAC, AMCA). Current BLS certification is required.
• Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience is preferred

Compensation: Pay is based on experience, skills and falls within an established range.

Community Care Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).