Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Medicine

Conifer Health Solutions•Palm Springs, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program OR equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of education
CPR/BLS certification is required

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant preferred (required in some departments, will allow 90 days to obtain it)
Highly prefer at least one year of experience working in a physician office

Responsibilities

Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources, including HIPAA and the Corporate Compliance Program.
Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity, determining chief complaint, and assessing patients’ physical and mental status.
Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with practice’s charting policy.
Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams, and medical procedures.
Administers prescribed oral medications and injections (intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal); performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived, and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.
Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment for patients and visitors, including cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments.
Manages inventory by stocking rooms and taking inventory of medical and exam room supplies.
Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood, body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
Coordinates patient referrals by arranging for specialized consultations/testing and obtaining necessary insurance pre-certifications.
Provides administrative support by answering phones, scheduling appointments, assisting with patient check-out, and supporting other practice functions as needed.