Medical Assistant
Oak Street Health, part of CVS Health · Shreveport, LA · 1 wk ago
Healthcare$18.5–$31.72/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Ensure an efficient patient flow; room patients in a timely manner, complete vital signs, complete required screenings and complete medication reviews
- Inventory supplies and stock exam rooms
- Respond to patient requests for telephonic support (Lab results, faxing records to specialists, etc)
- In accordance with state regulations, MAs may administer vaccinations, perform point of care tests including but not limited to: A1C, spirometry, EKGs, blood draws for lab testing, etc
- Import required documents into EMR via scanning or PDF upload
- Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations
- Assist in the assessment of patients’ health conditions, through screenings and routine diagnostic testing performed during appointments
- Conduct routine quality control checks including infection control measures, equipment, and checks for expired medication and supplies
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- State or national certification (as required by state), or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course
- 1 year experience as a medical assistant
- CPR or BLS Certification
- Electronic Medical Record experience
- Computer skills: Ability to quickly navigate and use multiple computer programs to include, but not limited to: Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, Excel or Google Sheets, etc.
- Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center's demographics
- US work authorization
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of three years in a Medical Assistant role
- Successful mastery of the workflow in their previous MA position
- An appetite for expanded responsibilities, greater clinical experience, and a chance to truly make an impact in their patients’ lives
- 2 or more years of experience working with geriatric patients
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Professional accountability
- A flexible, positive attitude
- Strong communication skills and customer service orientation
Benefits
- Paid vacation, sick time, and investment/retirement 401K match options
- Health insurance, vision, and dental benefits
- Opportunities for leadership development and continuing education stipends
- New centers and flexible work environments
- Opportunities for high levels of responsibility and rapid advancement
About the role
Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.