What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant - St. Gabriel position at MDB Health Services?
MDB Health Services is the largest healthcare provider in long-term care in Mississippi, offering medical and psychiatric services to nursing homes and assisted living residents. Additionally, we own and operate multiple Primary and Rural Health clinics throughout the region. With over 10 years of experience, we are known for consistently delivering high-quality care. As a clinician-owned and managed company, we value our staff, fostering a supportive work environment with low turnover.
Key Responsibilities
Certified Medical Assistants At MDB Will
Key Responsibilities
Certified Medical Assistants At MDB Will
- Greet and prepare patients, take medical histories, and escort them to exam rooms
- Obtain vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) and update records
- Collect specimens (blood, urine, swabs) and properly label them
- Assist clinicians during exams and procedures—e.g., vaccines, blood draws, EKGs
- Clean and stock exam rooms, maintain inventory and equipment
- Educate patients and families on medications, preventive care, and self-management
- Perform administrative tasks: scheduling, billing support, phone triage, and maintaining paperwork
- Ensure patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
- High school diploma or GED required
- Medical Assistant certification (CMA, CCMA, RMA, or NCMA) from an accredited program
- At least 1 year clinical experience preferred—primary care or rural clinic experience is a plus
- Proficient in vital signs, injections, phlebotomy and basic procedures
- Strong communication, empathy, and customer-service skills
- Comfortable with EHR systems (scheduling, documentation
- Competitive compensation with full benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement)
- Monday–Friday schedule—no nights, weekends, or call duties
- Supportive team culture and modern EMR systems