CMA Hospital Clinic (Pain Management)

Sullivan County Community Hospital•Sullivan, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in a Pain Management Clinic. The role involves direct patient care, including intake, assisting with procedures, and maintaining patient records. The CMA will work closely with providers and clinic staff to ensure efficient and high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Certification as a Medical Assistant that complies with all guidelines within the scope of a CMA
CPR certification
Possesses a background in medical-surgical nursing and immunizations
Exhibits knowledge of clinic functions
Works well in conjunction with other clinic staff
Demonstrates knowledge of community health resources for alternate health services and knowledge of community health nursing principles and practices
Communicates effectively both verbally and in written reports

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience in physician’s office or related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Patient intake including medical history and physical assessment to prepare patient for their visit
Performs various testing
Performs lab work
Assures patient records are maintained and transferred as requested
Ensures that ordered test results are in the patient record and available for the provider to review at time of patient examination
Maintains current knowledge of medications and correct administration based on patient and their current clinical condition
Assists provider in procedures
Obtains consent for procedures as directed
Uses appropriate aseptic technique
Collects lab specimens and prepares specimen for transport according to policy
Maintains knowledge of Lab policies
Ensures that examination rooms are fully prepared and that patients are seen in a timely manner
Records all phone conversations and information provided to the patient in the medical record to facilitate clear communication among all clinic staff
Answers telephone promptly, directs calls appropriately, and relays messages using patient cases in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Monitors voicemails throughout the day and processes appropriately
Accurately schedules office visits and in-office procedures
Reviews schedules for conflicts and coordinates necessary staff and equipment
Documents in the patient record in a timely and accurate manner including all assessments, medications administered, and tests performed
Understands growth and development principals and provides age-appropriate care. Interprets clinical data based on these principals
Responds to emergency situations appropriately and immediately
Exhibits ability to prioritize and organize work/responsibilities
Performs other nursing duties as assigned