CMA

Vitruvian Health•Dalton, GA

About The Position

Assists in examining and treating patients under the direction of a physician and/or advanced practitioner. Prepares patients for visits and performs specific procedures with appropriate orientation and supervision. Supports patient phone calls, prescription refills, referrals, and prior authorizations. Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information in patient charts. May collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens and prepare them for testing. Explains treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions to patients. Prepares and maintains neat, clean examination rooms. Follows standard practices and written instructions in performing job duties. Assists with business operations, clerical tasks, medical records management, reception, and patient scheduling as needed. Works collaboratively to support team, individual, and corporate goals, provides support to team members, and performs other duties as required. The position works in outpatient clinic and acute health care settings with adult, pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients, including patients with developmental delays, behavioral issues, and/or health-related medical problems. The role may involve stressful conditions and exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Pass a National Certification exam (AAMA, NHA, NCCT, AMT, or NAHP) to be certified as a Medical Assistant.
Good oral and written communication skills to interact effectively with patients, physicians, advanced practitioners, and staff.
Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions, policies, guidelines, and standards.
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to perform the physical demands described, including extensive standing and walking and occasional lifting and carrying of items up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a Medical Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
1–2 years of experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Assist physicians and/or advanced practitioners with patient examinations and treatment.
Prepare patients for visits and perform specific procedures with appropriate orientation and supervision.
Assist with patient phone calls, prescription refills, referrals, and prior authorizations.
Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens and prepare them for testing when required.
Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physician instructions to patients.
Prepare treatment rooms for examinations and keep rooms neat and clean.
Assist with business operations, clerical work, medical records management, reception, and patient scheduling as needed.
Collaborate with team members to support team, individual, and corporate goals; provide support to team members and perform other duties as required.