Summary of Duties

The CMA supports Pediatrician providers, physician, nurse practitioners in the provision of patient care; including measurement of vital signs, discuss and document health concerns and histories, performs medical testing and administers vaccinations and medications necessary for patient care. The CMA will rotate on occasion or as necessary, to other DRCHC sites (Bossier, Gilliam, Haynesville, Minden, or Shreveport). 

Essential Functions:

• Assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management.
• Performs selected clinical and administrative duties to include preparation of patients and/or equipment for examination and/or treatment.
• Maintain patient care inventory, supplies, and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Maintain and/or update patient files, record and other information in a professional manner following DRCHC policy and procedures.
• May assist providers and other clinical staff as necessary to perform clinical care functions.
• Assist all patients and visitors in a prompt, courteous manner via in-person, phone, or electronic means.
• Performs other related duties as required or necessary.

Minimum Qualifications (The minimum qualifications can be with any combination of education and/or experience.)

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Graduate from an Accredited Program for Medical Assistants. 
• Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Current CPR certification with American Heart Association
• Experience: Must be familiar with routine medical protocol and terminology

Preferred:

- Pediatric experience

- At least one year of healthcare experience 

WHAT WE OFFER? We offer 11 paid holidays each year, paid time off and extended leave days, discounted services, loan repayment options and continuing education days to name a few. Eligibility for all benefits is based on position and job classification.

WHO WE ARE? DRCHC exist to provide quality, accessible, affordable and comprehensive health care services to all. We have 6 center locations and 9 school based facilities in five cities throughout Northwest Louisiana and corporate headquarters in Shreveport. DRCHC has a licensed patient pharmacy and a state approved Medicaid application center. We even offer transportation for medical and dental appointments. Our staff work as a team to ensure the mission, vision and purpose of DRCHC is achieved daily.

All applications/resumes are accepted online via www.davidraineschc.org or any of the external posting site such as Glassdoor or indeed.