Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA)

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Mary's Regional Health System - Millard-Henry Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant, Registered – Clinic. This is a Full Time, Days position. We are proud to provide exceptional care to our patients and the community we serve – and that starts with supporting our team. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where teamwork thrives and every team member feels valued. By providing resources and support to our team, we empower our staff to deliver the high-quality care that our patients value and appreciate. Join a team that invests in your growth and prepares you to be your very best! Saint Mary's is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Current credentialing (certification/registration). Must maintain credentialing with American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA-CMA), NRCMA, NHA, NCCT or American Medical Technologists (AMT-RMA ).
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• BLS required.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint.
• Assesses patients’ physical and mental status.
• Under the supervision of physicians or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communication changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.
• Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with practice’s charting policy.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures
• Administers prescribed oral medications and give intramuscular and subcutaneous and intradermal injections.
• Performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. This includes cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments in accordance with practice policies.
• Stocks rooms in preparation for the daily work schedule.
• Take inventory of medical and exam room supplies.
• Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
• Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the physicians.
• Notifies appropriate insurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered by the physician or other health care provider, which require pre-certification by the insurance company.
• Answering office phones, assisting front desk in scheduling appointments and directing calls appropriately.
• Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling process.
• Assist in other functions of the physician practice as needed.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees