Medical Assistant, Paramedic, or AEMT - Watkinsville

Job Description

Job Description

Piedmont Urgent Care - Delivering Quality Care with Purpose

Are you a passionate Medical Assistant looking for a dynamic and rewarding career? Join Piedmont Urgent Care, where you'll make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced clinical environment while enjoying work-life balance and professional growth opportunities. 

As a Medical Assistant, you will be a key part of our healthcare team, providing hands-on patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. This role is ideal for those who thrive in a high-energy, team-oriented setting and are committed to delivering exceptional care.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• LIFE-Work Balance & Flexible Schedule: Full-time (3-day/12-hour shifts, 8 AM - 8 PM) – No overnight shifts, so you can prioritize both your career and personal life!
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Pet Insurance & more
• Paid Time Off & Holidays: Recharge and take care of yourself
• 401K with Company Match: Plan for your future
• Professional Growth: Certification reimbursement, leadership opportunities & professional development
• Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness Initiatives

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Preparation : Assist with preparing patients for examinations and treatments, ensuring they are comfortable and well-informed.
• Triage & Vital Signs : Perform triage and take vital signs accurately.
• Documenting Patient History : Obtain and document detailed patient history in our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system in a timely manner.
• Lab Specimens : Collect routine laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and oral swabs.
• Medication & Injections : Administer medications and non-intravenous injections, including intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections.
• Clinical Procedures : Start IVs, place catheters, and perform splinting when necessary.
• Clinical & Laboratory Procedures : Perform basic clinical, aseptic, and laboratory procedures to support patient care.
• Occupational Medicine : Assist with our Occupational Medicine services, including drug screening, breath alcohol testing, audiograms, and pulmonary function testing, while adhering to company protocols.
• Compliance : Enforce and maintain healthcare regulatory requirements, including HIPAA and OSHA compliance.
• Administrative Duties : Perform office procedures and general administrative tasks; proficiently operate office medical equipment.
• Quality Assurance : Oversee compliance with quality assurance programs, CLIA waived laboratory requirements, and patient result trackers.

• Travel Requirement: Support staffing and operational needs by traveling to other Piedmont Urgent Care locations as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Education & Certification: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or licensed AEMT/Paramedic
• Experience: 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Paramedic, or AEMT (urgent care or ER a plus)
• Skills: Proficiency in venipuncture, injections, and clinical procedures
• Technical Skills: Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software, EPIC preferred
• Flexibility: Ability to work 12-hour shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Team Player: A positive, proactive approach to patient care and collaboration

At Piedmont Urgent Care, we believe in kindness, excellence, empowerment, resilience, and proactive service. If you’re looking for a career where your contributions truly matter, apply today and be part of something bigger!

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