Medical Assistant

Job summary
Blue Ridge Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/LPN to join our team$18.72 - Entry Level Pay – Opportunities for Salary and Career Advancement Available!$500 Sign-On Bonus after 90 Days of Employment!
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Working in a fast-paced medical office setting• Assisting providers with delivering quality patient care• Obtaining and recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.)• Performing basic medical procedures such as blood draws and EKGs• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens• Recording patient information in electronic health records (EHR) systems• Answering phones, responding to inquiries, and relaying information to providers• Adhering to HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality• Contributing to a positive and cooperative team environment• Knowledge of medical terminology and common medical documentation preferred
Requirements
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)• Medical Assistant Certification or Registered Medical Assistant preferred– Must obtain certification within 18 months of hire date if not currently certified• Licensed Practical Nurses – NC licensure preferred (we will pay for your license renewal!)• Medical phone triage experience preferred• Ability to float between nearby clinical sites as needed• Bi-Lingual (preferred, but not required – we pay extra per hour for your language skills)
Benefits
• A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision• Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage• 403(b) retirement account with company matching• Supplemental accident insurance available• 9 paid holidays per year• PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!)• Company Sponsored Medical Assistant Certification Classes – We Help You Get Your Certification!• Flexible Schedules Available