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LOCATION
Asheville, NC
POSTED
25 days ago
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Are you passionate about helping the underserved?
Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). We are committed to caring for our patients with purpose and integrity and providing our team members with the support they need.
We are looking for a full-time Certified Medical Assistant. We recognize the hard work and initiative of our Medical Assistants (MAs). MAs providing direct patient care may earn a quarterly bonus up to $500 by meeting or exceeding quality and productivity measures.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform clinical duties under the direction of a physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse
Perform phlebotomy, and process specimens for patients of all ages
Set up medical examination rooms, prepare and administer medications and vaccines
Obtain vital signs and patient information
Obtain EKG's, assist with wound care and minor surgical procedures e.g., removal of benign cyst
Serve as a preceptor for new staff
Assist in administrative duties as needed, including handling calls
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
Current certification as a Medical Assistant - highly desirable.
One (1) year as medical assistant in an outpatient health care setting
Extensive phlebotomy experience
Postsecondary technical course(s) helpful, but not required
Medical Assisting education strongly preferred
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs and Electronic Health Records systems.
WORK/LIFE BENEFITS
Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including Medical, Dental and Vision and Telehealth
Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
Two (2) Floating Holidays
Accrued PTO biweekly (total of 156 hours 1st yr, based on 40 hr work week)
No weekends, or holiday work required
FINANCIAL WELL-BEING BENEFITS
403b Retirement Savings with Match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
SmartMoney$ program and Discounts
HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness
Clinical staff incentive bonus
CAREER GROWTH BENEFITS
Monthly Staff Meetings and Training
Relias Learning Management System (LMS)
Continued Medical Education (CME) & Continuing Education (CEU) $
Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.