Certified Medical Assistant - Surgical Associates

Houston Healthcare • Warner Robins, GA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, provides initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services; assists with direct patient care; and performs routine specialized medical procedures according to established protocols. May also perform routine clerical tasks, including faxing, filing, telephone coverage, and patient check-in and check-out. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on an eight-hour day shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant diploma program.
• One year of medical assistant experience.
• Current AHA or ARC BLS certification.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical operations.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in continuing medical education.
• Word processing and/or data entry skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to interact and communicate with people in person and over the telephone, including in stressful situations.
• Ability to use personal protective equipment such as gloves, gowns, and masks.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services.
• Assist with direct patient care.
• Perform routine specialized medical procedures as directed and according to established protocols.
• Perform routine clerical tasks such as faxing, filing, telephone coverage, and patient check-in and check-out.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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