Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Physician Practice - Howland Medical Center

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Warren, OH

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant works closely with a primary care physician to provide excellent patient care while practicing within the medical assisting scope and state guidelines. The role reviews and updates health records, measures vital signs, and prepares treatment rooms for examinations. It also provides respectful customer service and performs clerical and supply-related duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Active medical assisting certification from an accepted certifying organization, required within 12 months of start date. Listed credentials include CMA, RMA, CCMA, NRCMA, and NCMA.
• If unable to obtain medical assistant certification, Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable, except in South Carolina.
• BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
• Problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage professionally with staff and patients.

Nice To Haves

• One year of medical assistant healthcare experience.
• Two years of clerical experience in a physician’s office.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification at hire for locations where it is listed as preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and community members respectfully and provide excellent customer service.
• Prepare and review patient charts for upcoming visits, verifying diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date.
• Measure vital signs, including pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Perform departmental clerical duties, such as checking inventory, stocking supplies, tracking referrals, and answering phones as needed.
• Troubleshoot and promptly resolve problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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