Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Center Northeast, 8a-5p

UofL Health•Louisville, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs medical assisting duties in an outpatient medical center, including patient triage, obtaining medical histories and vital signs, reconciling medication lists in the electronic health record, administering injections per physician orders, and scheduling tests and procedures. The role reports abnormal results to the physician promptly and maintains clean examination rooms while protecting patient confidentiality and following organizational policies and procedures. The position is scheduled for eight-hour first-shift days, five shifts per week. The medical assistant collaborates with physicians, patients, staff, and other members of the healthcare community; provides professional, compassionate service; and supports safe, high-quality patient care. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Medical assistant certification from a nationally recognized organization, such as CMA, CCMA, or RMA.
CCMA certification.
BLS certification.
Experience with EKGs, vital signs, venipuncture, capillary procedures, and injections.
Knowledge of the healthcare field and medical office protocols and procedures.
Knowledge of assisting tasks related to family and geriatric medical practice.
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.
Ability to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, and evidence-based practice.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks; learn and retain patient-care procedures; and communicate patient education information effectively.
Ability to demonstrate compassion, interpersonal diplomacy, and a pleasant, professional image.

Nice To Haves

Medical assisting degree.
At least one year of work in a medical facility as a medical assistant, or documented completion of an externship in a medical office.

Responsibilities

Obtain medical histories, triage patients, and record vital signs.
Reconcile medication lists in the electronic health record.
Respond to tasks in a timely and appropriate manner.
Administer injections per physician orders, including Hepatitis A and B, PPD, and flu vaccines.
Report abnormal results, such as laboratory results, to the physician immediately.
Schedule tests and procedures according to physician orders.
Maintain clean examination rooms.
Comply with HIPAA privacy and security requirements and maintain patient confidentiality.
Follow organizational and department policies, procedures, safety standards, and standards of conduct.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and excellent customer service in interactions with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader healthcare community.
Work collaboratively and support team members.
Protect sensitive data and contribute to continuous improvement and effective use of organizational resources.