Certified Medical Assistant

Our Goals

• Implement creative approaches to caring for the "whole" person.

• Increase the access to health care for Louisiana’s medically underserved and uninsured families.

• Make significant contributions to creating healthy communities through advocacy and other initiatives.

• Strengthen current programs and expand into new locations and services.

• Promote a community environment filled with hope, dignity and mutual respect.

• Develop collaborative partnerships with governmental agencies and community organizations to enhance access to all services in Louisiana.

• Provide health care services in areas with health professional shortages.

• Provide pediatric and adult primary medical care, dental care and behavioral health care to the medically underserved and uninsured families of Louisiana.

• Provide allied health care educational programs as well as preventive health care educational programs.

Our Objectives

• Establish Community Health Centers.

• Establish Federally Qualified Healthcare Center (FQHC).

• Develop “New Access Points” for health care services in Louisiana.

• Establish strong community collaboration and cooperation to address community identified needs.

• Develop an identified network of resources.

• Expand existing health care services to include medical, dental and mental health.

• Develop prevention education programs within the healthcare centers.

**Job Overview:**

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide essential support in delivering quality patient care and assisting healthcare providers in a clinical setting.

**Responsibilities:**

- Perform patient intake procedures, including measuring vital signs and documenting medical histories.

- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.

- Administer medications under the direction of a physician.

- Conduct basic laboratory tests as needed.

- Provide medical administrative support, including returning patient phone calls, filling prescriptions and maintaining patient records.

- Ensure compliance with medical protocols and regulations for patient care.

- Uphold a high standard of patient service and professionalism.

**Skills:**

- Proficiency in basic life support techniques.

- Knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, and coding practices.

- Experience in medication administration and dosage calculations.

- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

- Strong communication skills for interacting with patients and healthcare team members.

- Prior experience in a hospital or clinical setting is required.

Requirements:

• Must have active certification
• Must have 1-2 years prior experience in a medical office or healthcare setting strongly required. Resume submitted with no medical experience will not be reviewed.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a Certified Medical Assistant to contribute to the well-being of patients while gaining valuable experience in a healthcare setting.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Shreveport, LA 71101 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Shreveport, LA 71101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person