Certified Medical Assistant
About The Position
The Certified Medical Assistant supports a patient-centered clinical team at a mission-driven community health organization serving Milwaukee’s Native American community and other underserved populations. The role includes pre-visit planning, patient rooming, clinical procedures, patient education, and administrative follow-through. The position reports to the Director of Nursing. Cross-training and floating may be required to support clinic operations. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, non-exempt, non-supervisory position paying $20–$26 per hour, depending on experience. The work is performed in a fast-paced outpatient clinical environment at 930 W. Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204. Employment is subject to applicable criminal and caregiver background checks and pre-employment drug testing. The workplace is smoke-free.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of clinical experience demonstrating the required clinical competencies, or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
- Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
- Clinical competency in injections, immunizations, EKGs, vital signs, blood glucose testing, routine medication administration, aseptic technique, phlebotomy, and infection control.
- Computer proficiency and experience with electronic medical records.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and provide culturally sensitive patient care.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA.
- TB screening upon hire and participation in required training.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual skills.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with assigned nurses and providers.
- Prepare patients for examinations, obtain concise medical histories, and record vital signs.
- Review upcoming visits for preventive screenings and other care needs.
- Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and medical testing.
- Perform phlebotomy and routine CLIA-waived laboratory procedures.
- Administer medications and immunizations as ordered.
- Complete medication prior authorizations.
- Document patient information, procedures, testing, and results accurately and promptly in the EHR.
- Provide patient education, explain procedures, and reinforce discharge instructions as directed.
- Assist with telephone triage within the Medical Assistant’s scope of practice.
- Clean and restock examination rooms, sterilize instruments, and monitor inventory and expiration dates.
- Support clinical programs, quality improvement activities, committees, and audit preparation.
- Follow infection-control, patient-safety, and confidentiality requirements.
- Cross-train, float, and perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
