CMA

Advocate Health•Macon, GA

21d•$23 - $34

About The Position

The CMA provides patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, following applicable policies and procedures and maintaining specialty training and competency. The role supports pediatric endocrinology care through patient rooming, clinical procedures, laboratory tasks, medication and vaccine administration, and related administrative duties. The CMA communicates and collaborates effectively with patients, providers, and teammates, maintains clean and properly stocked work areas, and may assist with teammate training or participate as a role champion or committee member. The position requires age-appropriate care and knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan. The role is full time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The listed pay range is $22.90–$34.35.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program, or qualifying structured clinical military training or EMT preparation where specified for the applicable division; some divisions also accept two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years in lieu of program completion.
Two years of experience in a clinical practice setting as a Medical Assistant.
Current or required-to-be-obtained American Heart Association BLS certification, depending on division; some divisions require it within 45 days.
CMA or RMA certification or registration from an accepted national organization, as applicable to the division.
Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment where required.
Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrating competency.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships with patients, teammates, and physicians.
Proficient computer skills, including keyboarding, Windows navigation, email, and exposure to electronic medical record systems.
Customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above the shoulders throughout the workday.
Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance; use patient-handling equipment and another teammate when indicated for heavier or unsupported patient lifts.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine-hand manipulation skills.
Ability to work with frequent exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood, and body-fluid hazards, and to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of a system-approved program to become a primary trainer for new teammates, where required.
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) certification may be required within one year in select areas.
Professional practice advancement through professional governance, safety coach, super-user, vaccine coordinator, SPICE, or OSHA/IP certificate-holder responsibilities, where required.
Achievement of six points from the list of additional market responsibilities, where required.

Responsibilities

Follow Medical Assistant scope of practice, policies, and procedures, and maintain training and competency relevant to the specialty.
Complete patient rooming and visit tasks, including vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings.
Assist providers with or perform procedures as ordered.
Perform laboratory duties, including venipuncture, specimen collection and handling, preparation of lab orders and requisitions, and results tracking.
Perform point-of-care testing and waived laboratory and practice-specific diagnostic testing in accordance with orders and CLIA standards.
Safely administer medications and vaccines according to the rights of medication administration.
Perform other assigned duties, which may include medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety and regulatory logs, patient messaging, ordering medications and supplies, scheduling appointments, and referrals.
Communicate effectively and promptly, work collaboratively, and escalate concerns appropriately.
Maintain a clean work environment; clean instruments and equipment appropriately; and ensure equipment and supplies are functional and areas are stocked.
May assist with training and onboarding teammates and may serve as a role champion or committee member.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Operate equipment necessary to perform the job.

Benefits

Paid time off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Competitive compensation
Premium pay for eligible shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances
Incentive pay for select positions
Potential annual performance-based increases
Career development programs