Community Clinic is a patient-directed Community Health Center, which provides affordable primary health care and supportive services to our neighbors in Northwest Arkansas. Community Health Centers, also known as Federally Qualified Health Centers, is a Federal designation whereby community health needs are identified and are responded to appropriately. We provide health care using a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) approach: the needs of the patient come first. Community Clinic recognizes that every employee plays a vital role. We care. You belong.

Job Summary

Community Clinic is seeking a bilingual Medical Assistant to for our Fayetteville Medical Clinic. The Medical Assistant assists in patient care under the direction of the clinicians and Clinic Nurses, assisting in providing excellent primary health care to our patients. The position is full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Bilingual speaking ability (Spanish/English) is strongly preferred. CMA or RMA certification is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains patient flow during clinic so as to assure prompt service for patients.
• Obtains vital signs, measurements and laboratory tests accurately, as per protocol.
• Obtains chief complaint and reason for visit using excellent listening skills.
• Administers medications via injection.
• Maintains exam room supplies and cleanliness for optimal efficiency.
• Assists as requested by provider in procedures and examinations within guidelines of certification and/or training.
• Translates written and verbal communication between patient and providers, nurses or ancillary staff, as requested by either the patient or staff and as skills allow.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
• 1+ year of medication administration experience required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred
• 1+ year of Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Why Work at Community Clinic?

• Be a part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing access to health-care to everyone in your community!
• Excellent Benefits Package including:
  1. Health, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
  2. 403(b) Retirement plan (automatic employer contribution of 5% per paycheck!)
  3. Paid Time Off and Holidays
  4. Employee Discounts for Care