Peachtree Immediate Care hiring Certified Medical Assistant in Covington, GA | LinkedIn (2024)

Lithonia, Morrow, South Covington ClinicsPeachtree Immediate Care has an immediate opening for a Certified Medical Assistant at our South Covington location.

Full-time position – 12-hour shifts- 3 days a week and a rotating weekend shift. Must be willing to float between the Lithonia, Morrow, and South Covington ClinicsPeachtree Immediate Care is a leading urgent care operator in the state of Georgia. Our mission is to provide the perfect patient experience so our patients can “Get in. Get out. Get better”. We have an opening for a Certified Medical Assistant to provide healthcare services to patients in a clinical setting, ensuring patients are treated with high standards of care. Employees in this role ensure a high-quality and consistent approach to patient care and work as liaisons between patients and medical providers. We are looking for someone who is caring, courteous and efficient. Individuals in this role need to be detail-oriented, have strong interpersonal skills, perform basic medical procedures, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Peachtree Immediate Care centers are open seven days a week from 8 am - 8 pm and provide walk-in care for injury, illness, and minor emergencies as well as family care to keep both parents and children healthy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure a smooth and efficient patient flow.
• Perform clinical intake including but not limited to obtaining patient’s medical history, current medications & chief complaint; obtain vital signs and records information within the electronic medical record.
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
• Position instruments and equipment and hand to the provider as directed.
• Clean instruments and equipment after use.
• Administer medications, dress/bandage wounds, draw blood, and assist the provider with any procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiographs, audiogram, peak flow, and other basic nursing functions.
• Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, draw blood, create labels, and process specimens for send-out.
• Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to appropriate laboratory (After certification training)
• Perform dosage calculations for administering medications.
• Where applicable, perform basic X-rays or assist radiology technologists with x-ray set-up.
• Complete medical charting to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
• Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Monitor disposable inventory, medical supplies, and pharmaceuticals.
• Perform quality checks on medical equipment.
• Assist in onboarding and training of new staff members if required.
• Assist front desk staff with patient registration and perform additional clerical duties when needed.
• Perform additional duties as necessary.

Minimum Education Requirements

• Completion of an accredited professional clinical program.
• Proof of current Medical Assistant certification preferred or willing to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• BLS/CPR certification preferred.

Minimum Experience

• Two years of clinical experience is preferred.
• Occupational Health, X-ray, and/or IV experience preferred.

Scheduling Requirements

• Ability to work weekday and/or weekend shifts as needed.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts as determined by location.
• Ability to float to clinics that are in close proximity to their home clinic.

Minimum Skills Requirements

• Basic computer skills and working knowledge of electronic medical records.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to escort or transport a patient by wheelchair when appropriate.

Company Perks And Benefits

• On-the-job Training
• Employee flat-rate medical services at CRH-affiliated clinics
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Match
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Generous PTO Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary Financial Planning
• Collaborative Work Environment
• Growth Opportunities
• Annual Merit Increases
• Employee Referral Bonuses

CRH Healthcare provides a professional work environment, a strong clinical support organization, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.CRH Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer: M/F/D/V