CNA to CMA Program

Family Medical Centers•Glasgow, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Cumberland Family Medical Center (CFMC), a Federally Qualified Health Center providing health and social services at multiple Kentucky locations, offers a six-month, full-time paid CNA-to-CMA training program at Glasgow Pediatric Healthcare in Glasgow, Kentucky. The program provides education in anatomy and physiology, medication administration, basic pharmacology, procedures, and other clinical topics. Participants apply their learning in the clinic alongside experienced preceptors. Approximately 20% of weekly time is online coursework and 80% is clinical training. Training and certification test costs are covered by CFMC. Completion leads to a full-time Certified Medical Assistant position, with a 30-month employment commitment following certification. This is a 100% clinic-based, in-person role. Work schedules are set by CFMC and may be adjusted according to organizational operational needs. Compensation is negotiable based on experience. Benefits include health, vision, dental, life, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays.

Requirements

CPR certification.
CNA certification.
Maintain required continuing education courses.
Meet the 30-month employment commitment following certification.

Responsibilities

Participate in Certified Medical Assistant training courses and clinical experiences with an experienced preceptor.
Consult with supervisors and keep them informed about clinical activities, needs, and patient-care-related problems.
Comply with established patient-care standards.
Maintain established clinical policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection-control practices.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
Cooperate with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee, interdepartmental, and public relations.
Greet patients and escort them to the exam room.
Take and record vital signs and patient medical information in the chart.
Prepare patient rooms for examinations.
Assist providers with procedures as necessary.
Complete ordered laboratory procedures.
Administer intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, including immunizations.
Provide wound care and remove sutures as directed by the provider.
Communicate results of procedures and tests to the provider.
Discharge patients to the receptionist.
Clean and disinfect exam rooms after use.
Restock supplies, linens, and equipment, and check items for defects and outdated stock.
Maintain professional growth and development through required seminars and educational sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.