Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Physician Office - Bon Secours Richmond OB/GYN

Mercyhealth • Midlothian, VA

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About The Position

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. The Certified Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations. As part of the team, Certified Medical Assistants will interact with patients and perform various clinical/nonclinical functions as directed by the provider while following HIPAA and OSHA guidelines.

Requirements

• High School Degree or GED
• Active Medical Assisting Certification (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, required within 90 days of hire)
• 1+ year of experience in a medical facility working as a medical assistant or comparable clinical/patient-facing role (preferred)
• 1 year of prior authorization experience (preferred)

Nice To Haves

• One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required)
• Two years of clerical experience in a physician's office (preferred, not required)
• CCMA, CMA (Required)

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner
• Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date
• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height
• Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed
• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly
• Patient intake to include medical/surgical history, medication and allergy review as well as height, weight and blood pressure
• Perform clinical functions such as suture or staple removal, cast removal, dressing care or injections preparation
• Surgery scheduling to include pre-operative clearance and testing coordination
• Order entry via electronic medical record as directed by provider
• Respond to patient communication under direction of provider
• Follow HIPAA and OSHA guidelines at all times

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED