Medical Assistant

Care of Women - Shawnee, KS

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Shawnee, KS

About the position

The Medical Assistant position at Care of Women in Shawnee, KS, is a full-time role focused on providing clinical expertise to ensure high-quality patient care. The role involves preparing patients for examinations, assisting physicians, and maintaining treatment rooms. The organization emphasizes community involvement and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment by taking patient histories and vital signs.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Administer injections and assist with lab testing and phlebotomy.
• Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
• Answer telephone calls to the practice and screen for referrals.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program or twelve months of direct clinical patient care experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current Medical Assistant certification is required for candidates with one year of medical work experience who do not possess Medical Assistant Certification, which must be obtained within one year of hire date.
• Active and unrevoked RMA, CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or NCRMA certification/ABR-OE credentials is highly preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a healthcare setting
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Benefits

• Employee stock purchase plan
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Adoption assistance
• Family leave
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Pet insurance