Certified Medical Assistant_ Pain Management Clinic

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and clinical duties to support orderly, efficient office operations and assists staff with the examination and treatment of patients within university physicians. The position is in the Pain Management Clinical organization at the Main Campus in Jackson and is full time, hourly, and non-exempt.

Requirements

• Hold one nationally recognized medical assistant credential: CMA from AAMA; CCMA from NHA; CMA from NCCT; RMA from AMT, AAMP, ARMA, or AAH; or NRCMA from NAHP.
• Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Skill in using personal computers and related software applications.
• Interpersonal skills for interacting with patients and staff.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Record management and accounting skills.
• Ability to collect, record, and maintain data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care, including checking in patients, obtaining medical histories, taking vital signs, preparing charts, and assisting with medical examinations.
• Perform routine specialized procedures, including venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile dressing changes, according to established protocols.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for analysis.
• Arrange examination rooms and equipment, sterilize medical instruments, dispose of contaminated supplies, and maintain stocks of medications and medical supplies.
• Educate and advise patients on specified medical issues within established guidelines.
• Perform administrative duties, including answering telephones, greeting patients, updating and filing medical records, verifying demographic and insurance information, scheduling appointments, and performing billing and bookkeeping tasks.
• Follow safety, environmental, and infection-control methods.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed