Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Hours : 8 : 00 - 5 : 00 Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Benefits : The benefits package includes excellent employer paid health insurance with low out of pocket cost, retirement pension (NC Local Government Retirement System), 401(k) with match, dental, vision, life, disability, paid vacation, paid sick, 13 paid holidays, floating holiday, new hires start out with two vacation and sick days and begin accruing immediately, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, wellness allowance and more. (Benefits differ for part time employees). Prior local and state government years of service count toward calculating vacation accrual rate!

The Medical Assistant will assist in a clinical setting as a paraprofessional providing services to clients. The MA will maintain supplies and complete clerical tasks. The Medical Assistant will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse when carrying out clinical duties.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Vital signs
• Patient history intake
• Procedures such as immunizations and EKGs
• Appointment scheduling
• Cleaning and stocking rooms
• Order labs
• Administer medications (nebulizer, Rocephin, Tylenol / Motrin)

Education / Experience : An associates degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited program. One to two years of experience working in a family medicine setting.

License : Current licensure to practice as an RMA / CMA. Current CPR certification.

Knowledge. Skills & Abilities :

Our Mission

To improve individual and community health through services, education, and collaborative action.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving community where people make healthy choices in healthy environments.

CHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.