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Medical Assistant - Swain Family Care

Bryson City, North Carolina

Req ID 7463-10737 Post Date Sep. 02, 2023 CategoryNursing Support FacilitySwain Community Hospital
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We offer an optional $5,000 Sign-on Bonus for Medical Assistants. A 2-year commitment period is required.  The Bonus payout occurs over the 2-year period.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Medical Assistants are integral members of our healthcare team. We offer on-the-job training and a career assistance program to help you become a Certified Medical Assistant. 

Duties include assisting with the direct care of patients as well as other clinic activities such as preparation and information documentation for the patient’s visit including obtaining vitals, medical history and other pertinent information from the patient.  Prepares exam rooms for patients.  May assist with procedures as directed by the Provider.  Assists with collection of lab samples.  


QUALIFICATIONS:
The following qualifications are the minimum requirements necessary to adequately perform this job.  However, any equivalent combination of experience, education and training which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities would be acceptable, subject to any legal and/or regulatory requirements.

A.    Education:  High school diploma or GED.  
B.    License/certification is not required for this position.
C.    Work experience:  Past experience in the medical field is preferred, but working as a medical assistant in a physician’s office.
D.    Knowledge, skills and abilities: Excellent customer service skills are required. Must have the ability to work independently, have strong oral skills, good basic math skills and be computer literate.  
E.    Life Safety: American Heart Association BLS certification (CPR) classes are offered on site. Certification must be completed within 30 days of hire and maintained.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Extended periods of walking, standing, bending and stooping may be required.  Ability to hear clearly and have visual acuity necessary for computer use.  Ability to do repetitive work, keyboarding and writing.  Ability to lift 25 pounds.  


Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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