Certified Medical Assistant - CMA

Geisinger • Lewistown, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) position at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital (GLH) is a regular, full-time role with a scheduled weekly hour of 40. This position offers a $3,000 bonus for those who qualify. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year Medical Assistant program and hold a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from a recognized governing association (NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA). The role involves direct patient care, administrative duties, and maintaining a safe and efficient clinical environment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited 1-year certificate or 2-year diploma Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required.
• Certified by one of the listed governing associations required: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months
• Communication skills
• Customer Service skills
• Multitasking skills
• Teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program
• Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience

Responsibilities

• Obtains and documents patient's reason for visit, weight, vital signs, screening information, medication review, and pertinent information for the provider using the electronic medical record.
• Sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases.
• Assists patients as needed to prepare for their visit with the provider, ensuring patient safety and privacy.
• Provides direct patient care as directed by the provider, including performing EKGs, wound dressings, and assisting with minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations.
• Prepares and administers medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and competency (excluding intravenous medications).
• Completes patient tests and treatments per provider's order according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and competency.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions related to testing, reporting, and quality assurance of laboratory specimens.
• Performs receptionist and clerical duties, including matching and filing reports, documenting in medical records, and using the electronic medical record and scheduling system.
• Facilitates timely appointments for patients and completes referrals and pre-authorizations as needed.
• Collects co-payments.
• Assists with the orientation of new personnel under the direction of the provider and/or site lead.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, prioritizing communications to the provider and responding to patient questions and requests.
• Reinforces patient education as directed by the provider.
• May inventory medical/surgical supplies and non-controlled pharmaceuticals to ensure adequate supply levels, verify expiration dates, and optimize organization.
• May have access to non-controlled medication storage/supply areas and transport non-controlled medications.
• Prepares and cleans instruments, following protocols for sterilization and disinfection.
• Cleans and sets up examination rooms between patients using established infection prevention protocols.
• Follows hand hygiene and appropriate infection prevention precautions.
• Routinely inspects and observes the condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation.
• Actively participates in patient safety and quality improvement programs.

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility assistance
• Parental leave pay
• Military leave pay
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
• Domestic partner benefits

What This Job Offers

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