Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Physician Practice - Maternal Fetal Medicine

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Boardman, OH

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key member of the Maternal Fetal Medicine physician practice team, working closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The role reviews and updates health records, measures vital signs, and prepares treatment rooms for examinations. The Certified Medical Assistant also provides respectful customer service and performs departmental clerical duties as needed.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Active Medical Assisting certification from an accepted certifying organization, required within 12 months of the start date. Accepted credentials include CMA, RMA, CCMA, NRCMA, or NCMA.
• If unable to obtain MA certification, Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable; it is not accepted in South Carolina.
• Basic problem-solving and computer skills, with 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.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is preferred at hire at BSMH locations; it is required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations and before independent patient care at BSMH.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and community members respectfully and provide excellent customer service.
• Prepare and review patient charts for upcoming visits, verifying 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 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