Job description

Job description

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life.

At Shepherd Center, you’ll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect. If you are seeking career advancement, continuing education opportunities coupled with a welcoming and fun workplace, competitive compensation and employment benefits, visit our careers page to explore current openings.

Why Shepherd Center

Shepherd Center, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is a private, not-for-profit hospital specializing in medical treatment, research and rehabilitation for people with spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, multiple sclerosis, spine and chronic pain, and other neuromuscular conditions. Founded in 1975, Shepherd Center is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the top 10 rehabilitation hospitals in the nation.

Join us in our mission to help people with a temporary or permanent disability, rebuild their lives with hope, independence and dignity, advocating for their full inclusion in all aspects of community life. At Shepherd Center, you’ll discover a diverse and inclusive environment, enlightened leadership, a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect.

What You Will Be Doing

The Medical Assistant (MA) works closely with patients to provide basic care, serving as a clinical resource, patient advocate, and educator. This position creates a positive environment for the patient through daily interactions. The MA provides comfort measures to patients in order to ensure their positive experience with Shepherd Center.

Job Description

The MA interacts with and contributes to the professional development and image of all unit staff practicing in a Shared Governance model of nursing practice. The functions of the MA involve:
-Observing and effectively communicating changes in patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
-Performing procedures, reporting clinical observations and assisting with activities of daily living.
-Practicing standard precaution and isolation procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patient’s, visitors and staff.
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, this position in the organization is expected to independently carry out all duties in an ethical manner, ensuring patient safety, privacy, dignity and confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Outpatient

Work Location: One location

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