Medical Assistant at Amargosa Family Health Center

Join Nevada Health Centers and Make a DifferenceWe are the state’s largest and oldest nonprofit community health organization. Apply today to be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving access to quality healthcare for communities. Here, your work goes beyond a job—you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the patients and families we serve. In this role it is based out of the Las Vegas Health and Wellness Center located in the Courtyard servicing unhoused individuals.The Medical Assistant participates in the delivery of excellent medical services in a patient centered environment with an emphasis on the prevention of disease; preparation of the patient for examination and/or procedures; administers medications under direction of provider; performs in office lab procedures and phlebotomy on pediatric and adult patients; sterilizes instruments and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations. This will include actively participating in and supporting quality improvement activities and the clinical practice teams with these efforts.This role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to build trust with patients from diverse backgrounds, and a commitment to treating all individuals with dignity, empathy, and respect. Team members should be comfortable working with patients who may face complex medical, behavioral health, social, and housing challenges. This Medical Assistant position is unique from a traditional clinic-based role. The successful candidate will provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing homelessness and other vulnerable populations.Nevada Health Centers is an employer of choice and offers comprehensive benefits, including but not limited to:Competitive compensation, with annual merit increasesCompany sponsored PPO medical plan and buy-up option, vision, and dental plans403(b) retirement plan with employer matchGenerous time-off policy, and ten (10) paid holidays plus one (1) float holidayCompany paid life/AD&D and long-term disability policiesEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare patients and treatment rooms for examination and treatmentTake patient histories and vital signsAdminister injections and apply dressings as instructedPrepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilizationObserves all infection control policiesAssist providers in preparing for minor surgeries and examsAssist with scheduling tests and treatmentsComplete and maintain patient documentation, files, records and other informationAttend required meetings and participate in committees as requestedWorks closely with the providers to receive guidance and instruction for treating patientsMaintain appropriate communication and good interpersonal skills with supervisors, providers, staff and patients to ensure coordinated efforts and provision of high-quality serviceTake all necessary precautions to protect center assets and property against loss or waste through negligence or dishonestyUtilizes equipment that interfaces with NVHC EMR system (e.g. EKG, spirometry, etc.)Required QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED EquivalentCertification of completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experienceNational certification through NHA as a Clinical Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA). If not currently nationally certified must obtain within 180 days of employment.BLS/CPR CertificationPreferred Qualifications1 year experience as a medical assistant in family medicineEnglish/Spanish fluencySkill in operating computer databases; EHR/EMRAbility to read, write, and calculate mathematical figuresKnowledge of general office practices in a medical settingKnowledge of medical examination, diagnostic and treatment room proceduresAbility to communicate in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to understand and respond appropriately, effectively, and sensitively to underserved populationsKnowledge of ADA, CPT, and ICD-9-CM codingEqual Opportunity StatementNevada Health Centers will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or any other category protected by law.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.