Certified Medical Assistant - OB/GYN - Austell

5000 Wellstar Medical Group, LLC•Mableton, GA

13h

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to physicians and other healthcare professionals to help ensure efficient patient care delivery in a fast-paced medical setting. Working under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor and/or Practice/Office Manager, the Medical Assistant performs front- and back-office functions, gathers and records vital signs and other pertinent patient information, prepares patients and exam rooms, assists with treatments, coordinates tests and follow-up care, and documents treatment in the medical record. The role requires anticipating and responding appropriately to patient needs and symptoms while prioritizing patient safety and experience. The Medical Assistant demonstrates the skills and competencies needed to serve patients of all ages. Care is relationship-based and patient-centered, adapted to population-specific needs and cultural diversity. The Medical Assistant partners with patients and, when appropriate, their families or significant others, using a collaborative and communicative approach. The role also includes collaboration with providers, nurses, and clinical staff; participation in huddles, meetings, workgroups, and quality improvement initiatives; ongoing competency development; and responsible use of supplies and other resources. The position may include front-office coverage, training or precepting new team members, and staffing coverage for absences, vacations, and leave.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and a general or other certificate in medical assisting.
Upon hire, hold a current medical assisting certification from one of the following: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), or NAHP (NRCMA).
Upon hire, hold BLS, ARC-BLS, or BLS-I certification.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to support patient comfort and satisfaction.
High ability to read, write, and speak English.
Basic computer skills.
Organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work as part of a team and maintain positive working relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a physician practice setting.
At least one year of experience in the area or specialty to which the candidate is applying.

Responsibilities

Provide relationship-based, patient-centered care that adapts to patients’ age, gender, disease, and cultural needs.
Partner and communicate with patients and, when appropriate, their families or significant others to help patients feel at ease.
Prepare patients for visits with physicians or advanced practice providers.
Prepare rooms and equipment and assist physicians or advanced practice providers with patient treatment.
Carry out orders generated during office visits and respond to patient requests received outside visits.
Maintain patient safety and support patient comfort and satisfaction.
Gather and record vital signs and other pertinent patient information, and document treatment in the medical record.
Coordinate tests and follow-up care.
Assist with front-office operations, including check-in, check-out, scheduling, and other non-clinical functions, as needed.
Provide care in accordance with recognized clinical practice guidelines, applicable laws and regulations, organizational standards, policies, procedures, and clinical competencies.
Collaborate with providers, nurses, and clinical staff to support continuity and consistency of care.
Participate in daily huddles, staff meetings, workgroups, committees, and quality improvement initiatives.
Complete initial and ongoing competency assessments, mandatory education, and population-specific education.
Identify opportunities to improve care delivery and suggest solutions; seek relevant training or mentorship for continued development.
Use supplies and medications efficiently, minimize waste, and alert supervisors or ordering staff when supplies are running low.
Provide staffing coverage for absences, vacations, and leave when requested.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.