Clinical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Cannon Falls

Olmsted Medical Center•Cannon Falls, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Olmsted Medical Center is hiring a Clinical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in Cannon Falls for a 1.0 FTE day-shift position. Starting pay is $20.40 to $29.98 per hour for a Clinical Assistant and $20.57 to $30.86 per hour for a Certified Medical Assistant, based on experience. External candidate offers are generally made between the minimum and midpoint of the applicable range, based on experience. The Clinical Assistant provides patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team, supports patient intake and examination, maintains exam rooms, and assists with clinic administrative tasks. Vital-sign measurement training is available. The CMA participates in patient care under the direct supervision of a physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, or certified nurse practitioner, and in collaboration with the RN and healthcare team. CMA duties include collecting and documenting clinical information, carrying out delegated clinical tasks, assisting with procedures, and supporting efficient clinic operations. Olmsted Medical Center offers a benefits package to employees employed at 0.5 FTE or higher. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic life insurance; tuition reimbursement; employer-paid short-term and long-term disability; and adoption assistance.

Requirements

Clinical Assistant: Prior computer experience required.
Clinical Assistant: BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Certified Medical Assistant: Completion of a Medical Assistant program.
Certified Medical Assistant: Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
Certified Medical Assistant: BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

Clinical Assistant: Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Clinical Assistant: General knowledge of Accounts Receivable.
Clinical Assistant: CNA experience preferred.
Certified Medical Assistant: Previous clinic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Greet patients, caregivers, and visitors professionally and help patients access the department.
Complete rooming standards, including obtaining height, weight, temperature, and blood pressure.
Document information accurately in electronic health record systems.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures and assist clinicians or clinical support staff during exams or minor procedures.
Clean and restock exam rooms, and order department supplies as needed.
Register patients, set up insurance, and verify patient demographics at each clinic arrival.
Assist with patient paperwork, forms, and referrals; schedule and verify appointments as needed.
Attend education and training seminars, maintain a safe work environment, and follow safe-practice and standard-precaution requirements.
Participate in patient care under the direct supervision of a physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, or certified nurse practitioner, and in collaboration with the RN and healthcare team.
Greet and welcome patients and escort them to exam rooms.
Collect and document patient information and clinical data, including vital signs, height and weight, allergies, active medications, chief complaint, pain score, symptoms, and registry updates.
Confirm and clarify orders before carrying out delegated tasks.
Prepare, administer, and document oral and injectable medications and vaccines according to provider orders; do not administer IM RhoGam or IM narcotics.
Collect, prepare, and process laboratory specimens for testing.
Perform, prepare for, or assist with x-rays based on competency, and with in-office procedures such as EKGs.
Schedule procedures, referrals, specialty services, and testing.
Use aseptic technique and infection-control principles when performing clinical duties.
Provide and reinforce age-specific patient education, health information materials, and community resources as directed; refer patients to an RN when they need additional information.
Perform time-sensitive delegated tasks, including prescription refill requests under protocols and EHR messages.
Support smooth patient flow and efficient clinical operations in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Order, stock, and maintain exam rooms and supply areas, including special-order items and par-level supplies, medications, linens, forms, and equipment.
Monitor expiration dates and take appropriate action; recognize supply-use trends and recommend adjustments.
Maintain OMC organization and nursing competencies relevant to the area of practice, and manage information in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned within scope of practice and demonstrated competency.