St Francis House NWA Inc·Fayetteville, Arkansas
The Medical Assistant performs patient intake, assists clinicians with clinical procedures, and manages documentation in electronic medical records. They are also responsible for patient outreach, exam room preparation, and supporting patient education on care plans.
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.
We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our Primary & Specialty Care Clinic Fayetteville, AR. 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.
Essential job functions
Perform patient intake duties, including vital signs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and documentation as directed.
Provide prompt, courteous, and professional service to patients and care team members.
Assist providers with clinical procedures such as wound care, suture removal, EKGs, joint injections, phlebotomy, and specialty-specific tasks.
Administer medications and vaccines in accordance with organizational policy.
Accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record.
Prepare, stock, and clean exam rooms to ensure readiness for patient visits.
Perform patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
Conduct patient outreach to support care gap closure and follow-up activities.
Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
Support patient education related to medications and care plans.
Adhere to applicable regulatory guidelines and laws, including but not limited to HIPAA/HITECH, CLIA, HRSA and OSHA/Blood-Borne Pathogens regulations and standards.
Role Specific Essential Skills/Competencies
Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office.
Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent patient service.
Demonstrated time management and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
Critical thinking skills for analyzing and resolving clinical and administrative challenges.
Ability to perform care according to age-specific competencies.
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
Marshallese/English bilingual ability required.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be a Registered or Certified Medical Assistant. Bilingual ability in Marshallese and English is required.
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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