St Francis House NWA Inc·Centerton, Arkansas
The Medical Assistant supports clinicians by performing patient intake, obtaining vital signs, and preparing exam rooms. They are also responsible for documenting patient information in electronic records and conducting patient outreach for care gap closure.
Community Clinic is a trusted regional healthcare system dedicated to delivering exceptional, whole-person care in a compassionate, professional, and welcoming environment.
As we continue to grow across the region, we remain grounded in one belief: people matter.
That includes our patients—and our team.
Every employee plays a vital role in living out our promise: We care.
You belong.
Key Responsibilities
Assist providers with non-invasive clinical tasks, including obtaining vital signs and preparing patients for examination.
Perform patient intake duties, including vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and documentation as directed.
Prepare, stock, and clean exam rooms to ensure readiness for patient visits.
Conduct patient outreach to support care gap closure and fllow-up activities.
Accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record.
Support clinic workflow by maintaining organized daily logs and assigned tasks.
Provide prompt, courteous, and professional service to patients and care team members.
comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Perform other duties as assigned
Adheres to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA, NCQA PCMH and OSHA.
Skills
Proficient spelling necessary.
Ability to work and function independently and within a team.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with people of all backgrounds.
Proficient knowledge in computer software such as Microsoft Office Software.
Able to perform proficiently on current practice management system and/or electronic medical records.
Required Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent required
Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, or equivalent experience required.
Bilingual Spanish/English required.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant. Proficiency in both English and Spanish is required for this role.
Market context
Medical assistant roles in Arkansas are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, primary care, and specialty practices, where bilingual English-Spanish communication can be a strong advantage. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both formal certification or registration and patient-facing language skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your credential status and Spanish proficiency before applying.
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