CMA/RMA, Physician Center - Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine

LMHS Careers • Newark, OH

11d

About The Position

Under the assessment and supervision of a Registered Nurse, and according to established policies and procedures, the Certified Medical Assistant performs patient care activities to assist healthcare providers with technical and clinical procedures in the patient care area. The role requires the knowledge, skill, and ability to provide basic care for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

The position supports patient care in a physician practice setting and includes patient intake and discharge, documentation, technical tasks, and assistance with procedures. The employee responds to emergency situations, communicates relevant patient information to clinical providers, and maintains confidentiality and positive guest relations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, follow verbal or written instructions, and perform simple mathematical calculations.
• AAMA or AMT Medical Assistant certification is required within six months of hire.
• Maintain BCLS certification.
• Complete orientation to become familiar with LMHS policies, procedures, and patient-care techniques in assigned areas.
• Ability to assist with care for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients under the supervision of a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, and/or registered nurse.
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to perform phlebotomy, ECGs, vital signs, ear lavage, monofilament testing, glucometer testing, occult blood testing, visual and auditory acuity testing, strep screening, urinalysis, urine pregnancy testing, and specimen collection and preparation as applicable to the practice setting.
• Competency using personal computers and documenting in medical records.

Nice To Haves

• AAMA or AMT Medical Assistant certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient intake and discharge under the supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner, and/or registered nurse.
• Complete appropriate documentation in paper and electronic medical records.
• Perform authorized technical tasks, including checking vital signs, collecting routine specimens, performing ECGs and phlebotomy, and assisting providers with procedures.
• Respond promptly and precisely to emergency situations and assist other healthcare providers as needed.
• Inform the physician, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse of patient symptoms, reactions, progress, and other information related to care.
• Document information in the medical record according to policies and procedures.
• Maintain a positive appearance and attitude and demonstrate guest-relations skills, interpersonal skills, and team values.
• Observe and maintain patient, staff, and corporate confidentiality according to policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED