Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Augusta Laney Walker GCC Infusion

Wellstar Health System

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs assigned patient care duties in an outpatient care setting under the direction of a licensed provider (MD, PA, or NP) or an RN. Duties include obtaining vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications or injections under approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, cleaning equipment, ordering and stocking supplies, and maintaining exam rooms. The medical assistant also assists in emergencies as directed by a licensed provider or RN. Specific duties may vary by practice site. The role includes completing patient intake, assisting providers with examinations and procedures, educating and supporting patients, handling triage calls and messages, obtaining and documenting laboratory specimens, maintaining assigned rooms and clinic areas, and performing front-office duties as assigned. The employee must comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and a medical assisting certificate.
At least one year of experience in an outpatient setting.
Current BLS certification (BLS-I, BLS, or American Red Cross BLS).
Current medical assistant certification from AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), or NAHP (NRCMA).
Skills in phlebotomy, EKG, and manual blood pressure measurement.
A valid Georgia driver's license is required for employees working in Virtual Care or Wellness on Wheels.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the specialty for which the applicant is applying.

Responsibilities

Interview patients about the visit and recent problems, obtain vital signs, height and weight, and medical, family, and social history, and record findings in the EMR.
Update patient allergies and medications and verify that one current problem is recorded.
Perform diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, ABIs, and six-minute walk tests as required.
Assist physicians with examinations and procedures by preparing rooms and supplies, providing patient education and emotional support, disposing of biohazard waste, and documenting procedures in the EMR.
Answer the triage nurse line or retrieve voicemail messages, provide information to callers within 24 hours, and document requests or dispositions through PowerChart messages to the patient's physician.
Consult with an RN or PA in the clinic when a physician is absent and maintain contact with supported providers on nonclinic days.
Collect laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and nasal swabs, and document and enter related charges according to hospital policy.
Administer seasonal flu or pneumonia vaccines and other site-specific premeasured injections as permitted.
Maintain assigned exam rooms by cleaning exam tables and equipment, restocking linens and supplies, recording room maintenance, and monitoring supply expiration dates.
Complete environmental sweeps of assigned clinic areas monthly or more often.
Perform assigned front-office duties, including registration, scheduling, payment collection, check-in and check-out, and insurance authorization.
Assist in emergencies as directed by a licensed provider or RN.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.