Certified/Registered Medical Assistant

US Pediatric Partners • Morehead City, NC

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About The Position

As a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA), you will assist medical providers in providing the highest level of quality patient care, including patient work-up, lab collection, and procedures within your scope of practice. These duties are performed in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations along with established priorities and procedures of the practice. Our mission is to provide high quality, compassionate health care to the families in our communities, treating each child as our own. Our staff and providers strive to make each encounter pleasant and informative while respecting the time and individual needs of our patients and families.

Requirements

• Must have active RMA/CMA.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Experience in a pediatric medical practice preferred.
• Working knowledge of computer applications; prior experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and write effectively.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Ability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make decisions, and meet deadlines in a detail-oriented manner.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and interview patients.
• Measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patient’s chart.
• Instruct patients about medications and special diets as instructed by the medical provider.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients.
• Prepare patients for examination.
• Assist the physician during patient exams.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform basic laboratory tests.
• Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies and maintain instruments.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by the physician.
• Perform blood collection following established procedures and utilizing universal precautions in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Remove sutures and change dressings.
• Maintain all logs and required checks in accordance with assigned duties.
• Process messages from patients and front office staff to providers.
• Complete all mandatory training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Matching 401K
• Annual Merit Increases
• Mental Health and Counseling Programs
• Dental and Orthodontic Coverage
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care with Low Premiums
• Short-term Disability
• Access to Virtual Health & Wellness

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees