Certified Medical Assistant Practice Based

AdventHealth•Tavares, FL

13h

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant supports clinic operations and patient care, traveling as needed to meet staffing needs. The role maintains familiarity with organizational policies and procedures, meets education requirements, and demonstrates competency through annual clinical competencies and written tests. It promotes efficient office flow by preparing patients and equipment, initiating tests, and documenting results in the designated system. The position provides whole-person care during office visits, including intake, screenings, lab work, medication administration, test results, and closure of care gaps. It maintains OSHA and other office compliance, protects confidential employee and patient information, collaborates with staff, and ensures supplies and medical equipment are available and functioning. The role also assists with minor specialty procedures and educates patients about tests, medications, and diet.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Knowledge of the health care field and medical terminology.
Knowledge of chronic disease management.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize 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 communicate effectively in English by reading, writing and typing legibly, speaking, and comprehending.
Computer experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
One of the following medical assistant credentials: CMA, CMAC, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, or NRCMA.

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 policies and procedures and ensure compliance with organizational standards.
Maintain position 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 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 teamwork by assisting patients, visitors, and coworkers when necessary.
Perform clinical intake according to policy and procedures, including screenings, history taking, vital signs, and medication reconciliation.
Assist with minor specialty procedures and ensure accurate documentation at the time of service or results.
Educate patients regarding 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.