Medical Assistant

About the role

ProgressiveHealth is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team at a major manufacturing facility in Canton, MS.

Responsibilities

• Greets and escorts patients to exam areas
• Makes vital signs measurements, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient exams
• Aids mid-level practitioners with occupational injuries and illnesses
• Disinfects, cleans treatment rooms after patient exams, ensuring a safe and healthy work environment
• Maintains exam rooms with adequate medical supplies, instruments, and sterilization
• Keeps logs and performs required checks (refrigerated temperatures, etc.)
• Aids in supply inventory and stocking
• Aids in maintaining all logs and required checks (refrigerated temps, etc.)
• Administers first aid support
• Operates EKG, Spirometry, X-ray, hearing booth, and other diagnostic equipment
• Performs injections or treatments as ordered or per protocol
• Maintains all documentation, procedures, and records to ensure compliance
• Performs administrative tasks and assists at the front desk

Requirements

• Certification or eligibility for certification as a Medical Assistant from the American Academy of Medical Assistants, the American Medical Technologist Organization, or current registration with the American Registry of Medical Assistants
• Two years’ work experience in patient care specifically at a health center/doctor’s office
• CPR/AED certification or the ability to obtain it prior to the start of employment; maintain and provide proof of current certification(s)
• Basic knowledge of workers' compensation and OSHA regulations, preferred
• The ability to stand, walk, and sit throughout entire assigned shift
• Previous occupational health experience is a plus
• A high degree of professionalism and customer service in both written and verbal communication
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment, without constant supervision
• The ability to maintain confidentiality
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with databases and with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• High school diploma or equivalent

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Physical stamina

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
• A robust benefits package: medical (HSA/FSA availability), dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
• Health improvement plan opportunities to lower premium costs
• Company-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) & ROTH 401(k) savings plans + company match with auto-enrollment after probationary period
• Continuing education assistance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

Pay

Compensation details are confidential and will be discussed during the interview process.

Schedule

Saturday and Sunday
12 hr. shifts

About ProgressiveHealth

ProgressiveHealth is the premier provider of a broad spectrum of occupational and non-occupational health services including on-site medical, injury prevention, health improvement, rehabilitation management solutions, and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.