Certified Medical Assistant - Pulmonary - Marietta

5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC•Marietta, GA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to physicians and other healthcare professionals to help ensure efficient patient care in a fast-paced medical setting. Working under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor and/or Practice/Office Manager, the Medical Assistant gathers and records vital signs and other relevant patient information, prepares patients and rooms for examinations, assists with treatments, coordinates tests and follow-up care, and documents treatment in the medical record. The role calls for anticipating and responding appropriately to patient needs while prioritizing safety and patient experience. The Medical Assistant demonstrates competency in serving patients of all ages. The position provides relationship-based, patient-centered care adapted to patients’ population-specific and cultural needs. It collaborates with providers, nurses, clinical staff, patients, and families to support consistent care. The Medical Assistant follows applicable clinical guidelines, laws, regulations, and Wellstar policies; contributes to quality improvement and team activities; completes required education and competency assessments; and supports responsible use of supplies. The role may also include front-office tasks, precepting or training, and coverage for staff absences.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and a medical assisting certificate.
Current certification from one of the following: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), or NAHP (NRCMA), required upon hire.
Current Basic Life Support card from the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to support patient comfort and satisfaction.
High ability to read, write, and speak English.
Basic computer skills.
Strong organization and attention to detail.
Ability to work as part of a team and maintain positive working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a physician practice setting.
At least one year of experience in the area or specialty to which the candidate is applying.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for visits with physicians and advanced practice providers.
Prepare rooms and equipment and assist physicians and advanced practice providers with patient treatment.
Carry out orders generated during office visits and respond to patient requests outside of visits.
Maintain patient safety and provide collaborative, communicative, patient-centered care.
Support front-office operations as needed, including check-in, check-out, scheduling, and other non-clinical functions.
Follow recognized clinical practice guidelines, applicable laws and regulations, organizational policies, and clinical competencies.
Collaborate with providers, nurses, and clinical staff to support continuity and consistency of care.
Participate in daily huddles, staff meetings, workgroups, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
Complete initial and ongoing competency assessments, mandatory education, and population-specific education.
Identify opportunities to improve care delivery and seek relevant training or mentorship.
Use medical supplies and medications efficiently, minimize waste, and alert supervisors or ordering staff when supplies are low.
Provide staffing coverage for absences, vacation, and leave when asked.
Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.