Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - West Cardiology

Mercy Health • Cincinnati, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key member of the care team, working closely with physicians to deliver excellent patient care while staying within the scope of medical assisting and applicable state guidelines. The role reviews and updates health records, measures vital signs, and prepares treatment rooms for examinations. This position is with West Cardiology at Mercy Health’s West Hospital Medical Office Building 1 and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on days/afternoons.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Active medical assisting certification from an accepted organization is required: CMA, RMA, CCMA, NRCMA, or NCMA.
• Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable if the incumbent is unable to obtain medical assistant certification; it is not accepted in South Carolina.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; for BSMH, it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care.
• Problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, and 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.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and community members respectfully and provide excellent customer service.
• Prepare and review patient charts for upcoming visits, verifying that 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, including checking inventory, stocking supplies, tracking referrals, and answering phones as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 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