Certified Medical Assistant CMA - Northeast Georgia Physicians Group NGPG - Internal Medicine - FT Days 10 hr shifts

Northeast Georgia Health System•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant is primarily responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide healthcare to assigned patients within existing standards of care. The role also performs office procedures directly related to patient care and front office duties as needed to support efficient clinic operations. This is a full-time, day-shift position with 10-hour shifts at Northeast Georgia Physicians Group – Internal Medicine.

Requirements

Active Medical Assistant registry or certification.
Current BLS certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
High school diploma or GED.
Clerical and clinical skills.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of related experience.
Experience as a lab technician or with radiology equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform initial patient assessments and document findings.
Document nursing interventions and implement physicians’ orders.
Establish immediate plans of care with the physician and document referrals in the patient’s chart and log book.
Administer and document medication regimens correctly.
Identify and implement infection-control processes.
Perform radiological or laboratory procedures when supported by the employee’s verified experience and credentials.
Provide radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
Provide x-ray reports to the physician.
Document quality assurance controls and maintenance on x-ray equipment.
Document laboratory and radiology results.
Answer telephones, assist patients, and triage calls as necessary.
File patient charts.
Accurately record daily visits and charges.
Perform x-rays as needed per clinic, following orientation and guidance.