Outpatient Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Immunizations

Yerington Paiute Tribe; Yerington (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Yerington Paiute Tribe outpatient clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to support Providers in daily operations, including phlebotomy, immunizations, and thorough EMR documentation. You will contribute to patient education and clinic efficiency while maintaining compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, assisting Providers, maintaining reference materials, and participating in immunization programs for all ages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred; CPR required.
• Phlebotomy Certification preferred; additional compensation may apply with certification.
• Two years direct patient care experience preferred, including at least one year in ambulatory/outpatient clinic.
• Nevada Driver’s License required; pre-employment drug test; background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Document patient and family medical history, vital signs, and medications in EMR.
• Assist Providers during examinations and procedures.
• Provide patient care in a family practice setting with diverse conditions and ages.
• Perform phlebotomy, collect blood samples, and prepare specimens for testing.
• Administer injections, immunizations, and medications as directed.
• Maintain immunization records and coordinate vaccine ordering.

Skills

Medical terminology

Immunization procedures

Phlebotomy

EKG testing

Infection control

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Phlebotomy Certification

CPR Certification

Nevada Driver’s License

Tools

WebIZ

RPMS

EHR/EMR systems

Lab equipment

Job description

The Yerington Paiute Tribe outpatient clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to support Providers in daily operations, including phlebotomy, immunizations, and thorough EMR documentation. You will contribute to patient education and clinic efficiency while maintaining compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, assisting Providers, maintaining reference materials, and participating in immunization programs for all ages.