Medical Assistant, Registered - Clinic

Lifepoint Health Careers; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Discount programs

Free gym membership

Job summary

Saint Mary's Regional Health System in Russellville, AR is seeking a Registered Medical Assistant for the Millard-Henry Clinic to support clinicians in a fast-paced outpatient setting. You will take vital signs, assist with patient assessments and treatments under physician supervision, perform basic procedures and injections, manage charting and scheduling, and help maintain a clean, organized exam area.

Candidate must maintain active credentialing and BLS; strong customer service and teamwork

Qualifications

• Current credentialing (AAMA-CMA, NRCMA, NHA, NCCT or AMT-RMA) required.
• BLS certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, history, medication lists, and assess chief complaint.
• Assist with patient assessments and treatments under physician or nurse supervision.
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures, specimen collection, and chart documentation.
• Maintain medical equipment and exam rooms, stock supplies, and manage cleanliness.
• Handle administrative duties: greeting patients, scheduling, data entry, and registration.
• Administer prescribed medications and deliver injections as directed.

Job description

Saint Mary's Regional Health System - Millard-Henry Clinic - 101 Skyline Dr, Russellville, AR 72801

Medical Assistant, Registered - Clinic

*Required Licenses:

Current credentialing (certification/registration). Must maintain credentialing with American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA-CMA), NRCMA, NHA, NCCT or American Medical Technologists (AMT-RMA).

Full Time, Days

Your experience matters:

We are proud to provide exceptional care to our patients and the community we serve - and that starts with supporting our team. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where teamwork thrives and every team member feels valued. By providing resources and support to our team, we empower our staff to deliver the high-quality care that our patients value and appreciate. Join a team that invests in your growth and prepares you to be your very best!

More About Our Team:

Saint Mary's is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute:

• Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint. Assesses patients' physical and mental status.
• Under the supervision of physicians or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communication changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.
• Completes all necessary documentation in the patient's medical record in accordance with practice's charting policy.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures
• Administers prescribed oral medications and give intramuscular and subcutaneous and intradermal injections. Performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. This includes cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments in accordance with practice policies. Stocks rooms in preparation for the daily work schedule. Take inventory of medical and exam room supplies.
• Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
• Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the physicians. Notifies appropriate insurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered by the physician or other health care provider, which require pre-certification by the insurance company.
• Answering office phones, assisting front desk in scheduling appointments and directing calls appropriately.
• Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling process.
• Assist in other functions of the physician practice as needed.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Licenses:

Current credentialing (certification/registration). Must maintain credentialing with American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA-CMA), NRCMA, NHA, NCCT or American Medical Technologists (AMT-RMA).

Certifications:

BLS required.

Required Skills:

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Saint Mary's Regional Health System offers community focused healthcare services in Russellville; AR. Saint Mary's 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services.

EEOC Statement:

Saint Mary's Regional Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.