Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Bariatrics

Mercy Health BSMH•Perrysburg, OH

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key member of the care team, working closely with a primary care physician to provide excellent patient care within the medical assisting scope of practice and state guidelines. The role includes reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for examinations. The position also provides respectful customer service to patients and community members, prepares and reviews patient charts, performs departmental clerical duties, and troubleshoots and resolves problems promptly. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school degree or GED.
Active medical assisting certification from an accepted organization: CMA, RMA, CCMA, NRCMA, or NCMA.
If unable to obtain medical assistant certification, ABR-OE is acceptable, except in South Carolina.
BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire and required before independent patient care at BSMH.
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, such as checking inventory, stocking supplies, tracking referrals, and answering phones as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly.
Perform other duties as assigned.