Urgent Care MA (PRN) – Impactful Patient Care

Patient Plus Urgent Care; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Patient Plus Urgent Care in Hammond, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant (Urgent Care) to support providers in patient care. The role includes triage, taking histories, phlebotomy, and assisting with examinations and procedures in a fast-paced urgent care setting.

Responsibilities cover specimen handling, medication administration, patient education, and ensuring infection control standards are met. EMT/EMR usage and on-site testing experience are beneficial for the team-oriented clinic.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program; one year MA experience.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Willing to attend continuing medical education.
• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice to deliver patient care.
• Ability to observe details with patient monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform triage, histories, and phlebotomy testing.
• Prepare and assist with examinations and treatments.
• Administer medications and injections per the six rights.
• Record and monitor patient information in the chart.
• Maintain infection control and sterilize equipment.
• Assist with on-site testing and DOT/non-DOT physicals.
• Enter data in EMR and provide patient education.

Skills

Triage

Patient care

Infection control

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Patient Plus Urgent Care in Hammond, LA is seeking a Medical Assistant (Urgent Care) to support providers in patient care. The role includes triage, taking histories, phlebotomy, and assisting with examinations and procedures in a fast-paced urgent care setting.

Responsibilities cover specimen handling, medication administration, patient education, and ensuring infection control standards are met. EMT/EMR usage and on-site testing experience are beneficial for the team-oriented clinic.