Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Augusta Float Pool

Wellstar Health System

17h

About The Position

Performs assigned patient care duties in an outpatient care setting under the direction of a licensed provider (MD/PA/NP) or RN. CMA duties include obtaining vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications and injections under approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, cleaning equipment, ordering and stocking supplies, and maintaining exam rooms. Assists with emergencies as directed by a licensed provider or RN. Duties are specific to the practice site and may vary by location.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certificate in Medical Assisting.
At least one year of experience in an outpatient setting.
Phlebotomy, EKG, and manual blood pressure skills.
Upon hire, one of the following certifications: BLS-I, BLS, or ARC-BLS; and one of CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, or NRCMA (NAHP).

Nice To Haves

Experience in the specialty for which the applicant is applying is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete ambulatory intake by interviewing patients about the visit and recent problems; obtaining vital signs, height and weight, and medical, family, and social history; verifying a current problem; updating allergies and medications; and accurately recording findings in the EMR.
Perform site-required tests such as EKGs, ABIs, and six-minute walk tests.
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 callers with information promptly (within 24 hours), and document dispositions or requests in PowerChart for the patient’s physician.
Consult with an RN or PA in the clinic as necessary when a physician is absent; maintain contact with supported providers on nonclinic days by phone, PowerChart messages, or other means.
Obtain and document laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and nasal swabs, in accordance with hospital policy, and enter applicable charges.
Administer seasonal flu or pneumonia vaccines and other site-specific premeasured injections when required.
Maintain assigned exam rooms and clinic areas by cleaning equipment and surfaces, restocking linen and supplies, recording work on room logs, monitoring supply expiration dates, and completing environmental sweeps monthly or more often.
Perform front-office duties as assigned, including registration, scheduling, payment collection, check-in and check-out, and insurance authorization.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.