Job description

About us

Mendoza Medical Clinic (MMC) has a history that spans more than four decades. Founded by the late Dr. Roberto C. Mendoza, our family-owned and operated clinic began as a pediatrics office. Today it has developed into a full-fledged family medical center.

Located conveniently in Kenner, LA, our health office is where you get comprehensive health services under one roof. From Pediatrics to Adult Health to asthma treatment and preventative medicine, you can always trust us to deliver quality health care. We are also licensed to do DTDs.

The best part of visiting us for your health needs is that our physicians and staff will make you feel comfortable with their ability to speak to you in both English and in Spanish.

At MMC, If you are an innovative, entrepreneurial-minded, over-achiever who is extremely passionate about helping people and working in a family-owned environment, we are that dynamic and exciting clinic you are looking for!

• Assist with triage of patients (taking vitals, documenting the reason for visit, document patient history, allergies) and document all information into EMR system accurately.

• Catalogs and communicates patient needs to the Provider and/or other clinical and staff personnel.

• Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests; assists Providers with exams; explains treatment procedures and Providers' instructions to patients.

• Observes patients and report any changes in patient conditions to the Provider, Clinician, Specialist, and/or other clinical personnel.

• Perform non-critical medical and therapeutic procedures based on medical instructions. Collects phlebotomy and other lab specimens; performs basic waived lab tests.

• Prepares and administers medications; changes dressings applies bandages, removes sutures and other first-aid procedures; uses CPR skills when necessary, all under Provider supervision.

• Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instruments; practices OSHA safety standards; performs accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.

• Processes patient phone messages, returning calls and routing them to other team members as appropriate; calls patients to obtain and relay pertinent information for the physician.

• Upon physician approval and authorization, calls in prescriptions to the pharmacy. Uses communication skills with appropriate medical terminology, and follows appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct.

• Performs other duties as assigned and modified at the Administrator’s discretion.

• Assist provider with patient examination, procedures, and treatments.

• Thoroughly educate and provide explanations of procedures to patients and family members as directed.

• Perform basic medical procedures and tests under provider supervision (i.e. injections, strep test, flu tests, ear flush, EKG’s, spirometry, splinting fractures, and sprains).

• Adheres to established policies and procedures in wearing personal protective equipment when performing duties (i.e. gloves, masks, goggles).

• Draw blood for lab work.

• Schedule patients for outside imaging studies, lab work, and/or specialist appointments.

• Contact patients with test results within 24 hours of receiving results.

• Must work early and late shifts as needed and self-coordinate for any absences.

• Maintain current knowledge and skills in clinical practice; attend required in-service training and continuing education to maintain professional certification.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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