Certified Clinical Medical Assistant - Pain Management

Curry Health Network • Brookings, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Medical Assistant Supervisor, the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) provides patient care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care in the office setting. They meet the communication needs of patients and families, and provide care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or physician. The CCMA maintains regulatory requirements, nursing and office policies, procedures and standards. They communicate with physicians and team members about the patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent is required.
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant through the National Healthcareers Association (CCMA) required.
• Current AHA BLS certification is required.
• Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required.
• Good communication skills are required, both verbally and in written form.
• Excellent customer service skills are required.

Nice To Haves

• For those with at least 6 months of prior work experience as an MA, or a certificate of completion from a Medical Assistant program, CCMA certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment with CHN; for those with less than 6 months of experience as an MA, CCMA certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment as an MA with CHN.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program preferred.
• Six months or more Medical Assistance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN/LPN/LVN and/or physician, evaluates outcomes, and consults with other health team members as required.
• Ability to assist nursing and medical staff with routine examinations and patient treatments.
• Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patients served.
• Demonstrates the ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of an RN/LPN/LVN and/or physician.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family.
• Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network’s Mission, Vision and Shared Values.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees