Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Multispecialty Clinic - Days
About The Position
The Certified Medical Assistant provides direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of a physician. The role supports cardiology, pulmonology, and urology patients and functions under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving, in accordance with hospital, nursing, and unit policies and procedures. The position may involve handling, transporting, accessing, and/or contacting medications and related supplies. Work schedules and shift rotations may be adjusted to meet clinic requirements. Although the posting lists Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., it also states that Certified Medical Assistants work all three shifts, weekends, and holidays, with individual schedules established by the Nurse Manager or Practice Manager.
Requirements
- Current Medical Assistant certification through a recognized national professional association, such as AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, or NHA.
- One year of medical assistant work experience within the last three years if not a graduate of a medical assistant program; no work experience is required for graduates of such a program.
- Previous experience using a personal computer and software applications, including Microsoft applications and email.
- Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to meet physical requirements, including lifting 20–50 pounds, prolonged standing and sitting, frequent bending, walking, climbing, and reaching.
- Ability to meet mental, sensory, and emotional demands, including recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, clear speaking, legible writing, reading, logical thinking, working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities, and adapting to frequent change.
Nice To Haves
- Two to three years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
- Previous experience in an academic health care environment.
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting training program, such as a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, age-specific patient care based on medical orders and the plan of care under physician direction.
- Provide patient care, emotional support, and problem solving under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
- Handle, transport, access, and/or come into contact with medications and related supplies as required.
- Obtain supervisor approval or guidance for schedule changes, legal issues, care that deviates from standard, and identification of educational resources for developmental needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
