Medical Assistant
Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) · Asheville, NC · 3 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$19–$21/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical duties under the direction of a physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse
- Perform phlebotomy, and process specimens for patients of all ages
- Set up medical examination rooms, prepare and administer medications and vaccines
- Obtain vital signs and patient information
- Obtain EKG’s, assist with wound care and minor surgical procedures e.g., removal of benign cyst
- Serve as a preceptor for new staff
- Assist in administrative duties as needed, including handling calls
Qualifications/Experience
- Current certification as a Medical Assistant - highly desirable
- One (1) year as medical assistant in an outpatient health care setting
- Postsecondary technical course(s) helpful, but not required
- MEDICAL ASSISTING EDUCATION STRONGLY PREFERRED
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and Electronic Health Records systems
Work/Life Benefits
- Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
- Up to Two (2) Floating Holidays
- Accrued PTO biweekly (total of 156 hours 1st yr, based on 40 hr work week)
- No weekends, or holiday work required
Career Growth Benefits
- Monthly Staff Meetings and Training
- Relias Learning Management System (LMS)
- Continued Medical Education (CME) & Continuing Education (CEU)
Pay
$19.00 - $21.00 per hour