Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Multispecialty

Tenet Healthcare Corporation•La Quinta, CA

8h•$25 - $31

About The Position

This non-exempt medical office position provides direct nursing care in a medical office setting under a physician’s direction. The Certified Medical Assistant assists medical providers and helps maintain a clean and safe environment in accordance with practice policies and procedures. The role supports patient care through intake and assessment, documentation, preparation for examinations and procedures, medication administration, injections, venipuncture, and laboratory testing. It also includes assisting with appointment scheduling, referrals, checkout, and other physician-practice functions as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and either completion of an accredited medical assisting program or three years of relevant healthcare work experience in lieu of that program. Medical Assistant certification is required, with up to 90 days allowed to obtain it, as is Basic Life Support certification. At least one year of relevant work experience is preferred. The employer states that applicable mandatory vaccination requirements must be met before the start date, or an approved medical or religious exemption obtained; exempt employees may be subject to regular testing as required by law. Tenet Physician Resources describes a benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; paid time off; career development and continuing education; health savings and flexible spending accounts; an employee assistance program; employee discounts; and voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program, or three years of relevant work experience in lieu of program completion.
Medical Assistant certification; certification may be obtained within 90 days.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Basic understanding of medical terminology, medical office procedures, clinical equipment and supplies, and documentation for physician office visits.
Ability to obtain and accurately record vital signs and use medical equipment, supplies, and instruments.
Ability to use EMR, relevant computer hardware and software, telephone, copier, fax machine, and other standard medical office equipment.
Communication, problem-solving, organizational, judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills; ability to analyze situations and take effective action.
Ability to understand and carry out written, oral, and graphic instructions; interpret and apply policies and procedures; manage details and multiple requests; and set priorities.
Ability to interact effectively with patients, medical and administrative staff, other healthcare providers, third-party payers, and the public.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and organize work to achieve goals and objectives.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

Support the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
Follow the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and confidentiality requirements.
Understand and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and corporate policies; report compliance concerns promptly and appropriately.
Assist with patient assessment by taking vital signs and history, listing medications, assessing visual acuity, identifying the chief complaint, and assessing physical and mental status.
Complete patient medical record documentation according to practice charting policy.
Prepare equipment and assist physicians with treatments, examinations, and procedures.
Administer prescribed oral medications and give intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections; perform venipunctures and CLIA-waived and non-CLIA-waived laboratory testing.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment; clean, sterilize, and store instruments; prepare rooms and inventory medical and examination room supplies.
Follow personal protective equipment requirements for protection against blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
Arrange specialist consultations and testing appointments ordered by physicians; notify insurance personnel when pre-certification is required.
Answer office phones, assist the front desk with appointment scheduling, and direct calls appropriately.
Assist with patient checkout, referral processing, and scheduling.
Assist with other physician-practice functions as needed.