Certified Medical Assistant Practice Based

AdventHealth•Lawrence, KS

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant supports clinic operations and provides patient care during office visits. The role travels as needed to meet staffing needs, follows organizational policies and procedures, and maintains required education and clinical competencies. It helps ensure efficient office flow by preparing patients and equipment, initiating tests, and documenting results in the designated system. The position also supports safety and regulatory compliance, including OSHA requirements, and protects the confidentiality of employee and patient information. The Medical Assistant performs clinical intake, including screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation; assists with minor specialty procedures; and provides patient education about tests, medications, and diet. The role monitors inventory and medical equipment, supports patients, visitors, and coworkers, and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
One of the following required certifications: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA).
Knowledge of the health care field and medical terminology.
Knowledge of chronic disease management.
Knowledge of and ability to use internal and external resources.
Expertise in patient advocacy and navigating complex systems.
Ability to function and assist others in stressful, fast-paced environments and effectively apply stress management techniques.
Ability to resolve issues and work independently within the scope of certification.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and a professional demeanor.
Ability to read, write, and type legibly, and to speak and comprehend English effectively to carry out job requirements.
Experience with computers.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

Travel as needed to fulfill staffing needs and support clinic operations.
Stay current with organizational policies and procedures and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
Maintain position-related education requirements and demonstrate competency through annual clinical competencies and written tests.
Prepare patients and equipment for treatment, initiate testing, and document results in the practice’s designated system to support efficient office flow.
Maintain OSHA regulatory enforcement and other office compliance by following safety processes and policies.
Provide whole care during office visits, including intake, test results, screenings, labs, medication administration, and closure of care gaps.
Maintain confidentiality of employees’ and patients’ administrative and medical information.
Support staff teamwork by assisting patients, visitors, and coworkers when needed.
Perform clinical intake according to policy and procedures, including screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation.
Assist with minor procedures associated with the specialty and document services or results accurately at the time they occur.
Educate patients about tests, medications, and diet, providing clear and accurate instructions.
Monitor and manage inventory to ensure adequate supplies and functioning medical equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.