We are looking for people that are passionate about helping people and building a career in healthcare! Experience in the medical field preferred (Nursing Assistant, phlebotomist or etc.) but not required. Work with a great team of Medical Assistants focused on providing excellent patient care! LCHC has a comprehensive paid training plan that will help you obtain all the skills needed to become a certified medical assistant.

Work Schedule: 4, 10-hour shifts (M-F) with rotating work on Saturdays

Benefits Eligible:

• LCHC will help you obtain your Medical Assistant Certification.
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Vacation
• Eligible for Paid Holidays
• 401K, Life Insurance, and much more!

Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant is responsible for understanding the use of and maintenance of medical equipment, medications, and electronic health records. They assist health care providers with routine medical procedures. They assist in delivery of primary care in an ambulatory setting with emphasis on prevention and health maintenance. The Medical Assistant functions in accordance with established policies and procedures within their scope of practice. This position reports to the Clinical Manager, Medical Provider, and the Medical Director.

Per State & Federal regulations healthcare providers and healthcare staff working at the La Pine Community Health Center must provide their employer, contractor, or responsible party with either:

• Proof of vaccination showing they are fully vaccinated;
• or Documentation of a medical or religious exception.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information
• Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the provider
• Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in electronic medical records
• Explain treatment procedures, medications, and providers instructions to patients
• Prepare exam rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
• Perform general office duties to including answering telephones, scheduling appointments and data entry
• Prepare and administer medications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess excellent communication skills in person, on the phone, and in written communications
• Ability to learn quickly and be flexible in a rapidly growing and changing work environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Fosters and develops a collaborative team environment
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Good organizational skills with the ability to handle numerous details at once
• Capable of working independently and exercising good judgment in a variety of situations
• The ability to maintain confidentiality in business, personal and medical information
• Excellent listening skills
• Willingness to take initiative

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

La Pine Community Health Center (LCHC) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. LCHC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training.