Lead Certified Medical Assistant

St. Joseph Medical Center•Kansas City, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Lead Certified Medical Assistant (LCMA), also referred to as a Certified Medical Assistant Lead or Senior Certified Medical Assistant. The Lead Certified Medical Assistant will support both clinical and administrative tasks, such as taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, updating patient records, and coordinating appointments. In addition to providing direct patient care, the Lead Certified Medical Assistant will serve as a team lead for Medical Assistants by helping coordinate daily workflow, supporting staff, promoting efficient clinic operations, and ensuring high standards of patient care and service.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants, Surgical Technologists, or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician clinic setting
Current BLS certification upon hire and maintained current
Current medical assistant credential from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Credentialing organization required

Nice To Haves

1 year experience as a medical assistant in a clinic setting, preferred
Lead / Management experience preferred
Training / Preceptor experience preferred

Responsibilities

Greet and prepare patients for orthopedic exams and procedures, while recording patient history and vital signs
Assist with orthopedic procedures, bandaging, splinting, wound care, and patient education on pre-op and post-op instructions
Coordinate diagnostic and imaging tests, maintain accurate documentation, and prepare exam rooms, supplies, and equipment
Manage scheduling, charts, and Electronic Health Records (EHR) to support efficient clinic operations
Lead daily Medical Assistant workflow, support training, answer team questions, and promote strong communication between staff, providers, and patients