Bilingual Medical Assistant at Christ… · Augusta

• Job Category: Medical Assistant, Clinical Support, Patient Care
• Industry: Community Healthcare, Faith Based Medical Practice, Community Health / Nonprofit Healthcare
• Employee Type: FT Non-Exempt

Description

Make a Difference in the Lives of Our Patients

Are you passionate about patient care and looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community? Christ Community Health (CCH) is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our Adult Medical Support team!

At CCH, we believe healthcare is about more than treating symptoms—it's about caring for the whole person. In this role, you'll work alongside physicians, nurses, and other clinical team members to provide quality patient care in a welcoming, supportive environment. We're looking for someone who brings a heart for ministry, a commitment to service, and a genuine desire to help others feel valued and cared for.

If you're a team player who thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting and shares our commitment to compassionate, mission-driven care, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

As a Medical Assistant, you'll play an essential role in supporting daily clinic operations and helping patients receive the care they need. Your responsibilities will include:

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Welcome patients and escort them to examination rooms, helping them feel comfortable and prepared for their appointments.

• Obtain patient medical histories, measure vital signs, and record height, weight, and other relevant health information.

• Assist physicians and nursing staff with patient examinations, treatments, and clinical procedures.

• Explain blood draw procedures and perform venipuncture as appropriate for your training and qualifications.

• Perform echocardiograms, pulmonary function tests, vision screenings, hearing screenings, and diabetic eye exams as assigned and trained.

• Place Zio patches and provide clinical scribing support for medical providers as needed.

• Notify patients of test results and medication refill updates in accordance with established clinic procedures.

• Answer patient questions and provide appropriate information within the scope of your training and responsibilities.

Clinical Operations & Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including medical histories, vital signs, test results, and other clinical information.

• Enter historical immunization records into the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services (GRITS) and the electronic medical record.

• Prepare examination rooms and ensure clinical spaces are clean, organized, and ready for patient visits.

• Clean and sterilize instruments and safely dispose of contaminated materials in accordance with infection control protocols.

• Assist with administrative tasks, including reviewing patient paperwork, contacting patients, and supporting efficient clinic operations.

• Use electronic medical records and other computer systems to support accurate documentation and effective communication.

The Qualities That Help You Thrive at CCH

• Compassionate Care: You demonstrate kindness, patience, and genuine concern for every patient.

• Mission-Driven Service: You are eager to support and embody CCH's Mission, Vision, and Core Values, including a heart for ministry and a Christian attitude.

• Integrity & Accountability: You value honesty, punctuality, professionalism, and attention to detail.

• Teamwork: You communicate effectively and work respectfully with patients, providers, and colleagues.

• Adaptability: You remain flexible, learn from others, and adjust priorities as patient and clinic needs change.

Join Our Team

If you're ready to use your clinical skills to support compassionate, patient-centered care and contribute to a mission that makes a difference, we encourage you to apply!

Bring your skills, your compassion, and your heart for service to Christ Community Health.

Apply today and become part of a team dedicated to caring for our community.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who combines clinical competence with compassion, professionalism, and a strong commitment to serving others.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Completion of a medical assistant training program or equivalent.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures and instructions.

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with patients and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain organization in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).

• Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) or other electronic medical record systems.

• Familiarity with the Georgia Registry of Immunization Transactions and Services (GRITS).

• Venipuncture experience.

• Proficient keyboarding and computer skills.

• Experience conducting diabetic eye exams, placing Zio patches, or providing clinical scribing support.

Summary

Company Background:

Our Mission: To proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and to demonstrate His love by providing affordable, quality primary health care to the underserved.

Our Vision: In response to God’s grace, we desire to be a part of the redemptive work of Christ to the economically, socially, and spiritually impoverished communities of Augusta, Georgia.

About: Christ Community Health Services Augusta (CCH) is a rapidly growing, primary care health clinic and a community and faith-based 501 (c) (3) organization serving families in a ten-county region between Georgia and South Carolina.

As our patient population continues to grow throughout the greater Augusta area, we are in search of caring and competent team members to join our team! Our four clinics (five, including dental) are strategically located in urban Augusta neighborhoods, providing local access to affordable care for patients who face medical, economic and transportation hardships. As a federally qualified health center we accept patients with no insurance, Medicare, Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans.

Our services include:

• Adult and Pediatric Primary Care
• Integrated Behavioral Health
• Family Dentistry
• Physical Therapy
• HIV/Chronic Disease Care Management
• Lab Services
• Prescription Assistance
• Specialty Referrals

Christ Community Health aims to share Christ’s love through healing of the body, mind, and soul. We hope you’ll consider joining us in this ministry. Help us meet the needs of others in our community! Working at Christ Community, you’ll find community, vocational purpose, and a place to grow in the health care field.

What Christ Community has to offer:

CCH is committed to understanding the needs of its staff and recognizing that there's more to an employee than just what happens during the typical work week. Because of that, we strive to offer a compensation package that includes a competitive salary; employer-paid medical, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance; available 401k plan with employer matching. Additional benefits include dental and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending accounts, employee care credit, uniform allowances, tuition assistance, and more. We are also a qualifying employer under HRSA-funded loan repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Join our team today!

**Christ Community Health Services Augusta Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other federal, state, or local protected class.