Arlington Primary Care CMA Clinical Intake Sp

Physicians East•Greenville, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant works interdependently with other medical professionals to provide quality health care to a high volume of patients. Medical Assistants provide direct patient care for and treats patients in the office, as directed by Physician, Advanced Practice Provider, Registered Nurse or Supervising Manager.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited associate degree Medical Assistant program and current certification through AAMA, NHA, RMA or similar organization is required.
Prior healthcare giver experience required
Experience in electronic medical records (EMR/HER) software required.
Professional demeanor and recognition of privacy considerations for patients and families.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate and interact professionally with others.
Ability to actively listen.
Ability to observe and to draft a narrative account of events accurately and cogently, in grammatically correct English.
Ability to spell, proofread and edit written text.

Responsibilities

Assists patients to exam room and prepares patients for examination. Identifies patients with special needs and assists with accommodation for needs.
Assist patient to complete health history.
Perform accurate measurement of vital signs, including orthostatic blood pressure, temperature, pulse, body weight, height, and complete appropriate health history questions, pharmacy and pcp information.
Record all allergies, medications, and pertinent lab work on flow sheets.
Under clinical supervision, performs delegated procedures common to the specialty area in a safe, effective manner according to Policy and Procedures.
Disinfect exam rooms in-between patients.
Orders, stocks, and maintains exam rooms and clinic areas.
Performs related and delegated tasks, taking and relaying messages and directing patient flow.
Notify patients of lab results.
Maintains patient confidentially.
Keep management informed of high-risk situations.
Demonstrate appropriate use in cleaning of equipment.
Practice infection control, following OSHA guidelines and office policy.
Maintain Medical Assistant certification and or recertification. If not certified at the time of employment, will have 90 days to complete certification or employment will be terminated.
Maintain CPR certification.
Attend fire safety classes, clinical meetings, compliance, and other continuing education classes as offered by Physicians East.
Adheres to department and office policies.