CMA II (Certified Medical Assistant)

Axia Women's Health • Pittston Township, PA

13h • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Axia Women’s Health is a community-based, integrated women’s health network serving patients in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. The Certified Medical Assistant II supports physicians, providers, and nurses in delivering high-quality patient care at the practice in Pittston, Pennsylvania. This is an on-site position with office hours Monday through Friday, either 7:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

The role includes clinical intake and rooming, recording vital signs, assisting with examinations and office-based procedures, administering ordered medications and injections, collecting specimens, performing blood draws and CLIA-waived tests, entering orders, maintaining patient records, and communicating with patients and providers. The CMA II also supports patient safety, supply inventory, room and instrument readiness, appointment scheduling, and practice operations. After successful completion of competency skills training, the CMA II assists with office-based surgical procedures. The role also includes orienting and training new CMAs and contributing to team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, current national Medical Assistant credentials, and at least one year of CMA experience. OB/GYN or women’s health experience and eClinicalWorks experience are preferred. CPR certification is required if performing office-based surgeries.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current national Medical Assistant credentials, such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA.
• At least 1 year of experience as a CMA.
• CPR certification if performing office-based surgeries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic attitude toward patients.
• Time management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks and patients.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Adaptability and willingness to adjust to changing priorities and conditions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and provide coverage at satellite locations, where applicable, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• OB/GYN or women’s health experience.
• eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients professionally, escort them to exam rooms, and help ensure they are comfortable.
• Prepare patients for examinations and complete comprehensive clinical intake.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Measure and document blood pressure, height, weight, and temperature.
• Use appropriate chaperone technique and document accordingly.
• Assist with examinations and routine office-based procedures, including colposcopy, IUD insertions, and endometrial biopsies.
• Administer medications and injections as ordered by providers.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, perform CLIA-waived tests according to protocols, and perform blood draws.
• Enter and send medication and test orders per provider instructions using computerized physician order entry.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments; keep exam rooms clean and stocked.
• Provide patients with information about procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
• Respond to patient inquiries in person and by phone; answer calls, relay messages, and provide instructions or follow-up information as directed by providers.
• Schedule appointments and follow-up visits.
• Understand how to appropriately perform Nonstress Tests (NST).
• Monitor and maintain medical supply inventory, order supplies as needed, and ensure proper storage and organization.
• Ensure patient safety and safely assist patients with mobility, including transfers between examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Collaborate with physicians, providers, nurses, and other staff to support efficient practice operations.
• After successful completion of competency skills training, assist with office-based surgical procedures, including preparation, equipment readiness, provider support, and post-surgical processes such as disinfection.
• Oversee orientation and training of new CMAs on clinical protocols, safety guidelines, and patient care procedures.
• Comply with standard operating procedures and policies, including HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow practice policies, procedures, and protocols, and model the organization’s mission, vision, values, ethical conduct, professionalism, and collaborative culture.

Benefits

• Full-time benefit eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire.
• Immediate 401(k) contribution option, with employer match after one year.
• Generous paid time off, with additional time off for volunteering.
• Choice of multiple medical insurance plans.
• Access to Axia providers at little to no cost through Axia’s medical insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability.
• Free counseling for colleagues and family members, including parents and parents-in-law.
• Discounts on hotels, theme parks, gym memberships, and more through the Great Works Perks Program.
• Additional insurance options, including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA with employer contribution, identity theft, long-term care, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED