Medical Assistant Certified/Registered (SMG)

Pinehurst Medical•Sanford, NC

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports Pinehurst Medical Clinic’s patient care mission by performing medical and administrative tasks within the scope of practice. The role escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews them, measures vital signs, and records information in patient charts. It also provides patient support services, including scheduling appointments, answering telephones, greeting patients, and registering patients in a patient care area. The position records vital signs and chief complaints, performs spirometry tests and EKGs, and assists primary care physicians during examinations. The Medical Assistant reviews patient records to ensure relevant previously ordered studies and reports are present, maintains exam-room supplies and equipment, and orders supplies as needed. The role also supports pre-certifications and referrals and coordinates with secretarial and nursing staff to maintain smooth patient flow.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certification through one of the following is required: CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), RMA (American Medical Technologists), CCMA (National Healthcare Association), or NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant).
Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of work experience in a clinic setting.
Knowledge of medical terminology, medical supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
Prior experience or knowledge of examinations, diagnostics, and treatment-room procedures.
Basic understanding of ICD-10 coding, CPT coding, and medical necessity related to ordering laboratory work or procedures.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to exam rooms, interview them, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Schedule appointments, answer telephones, greet patients, and register patients in a patient care area.
Record vital signs and the chief complaint on the patient flow sheet.
Run spirometry tests and EKGs and assist primary care physicians during patient examinations.
Review patient records to ensure they include relevant previously ordered studies and reports.
Ensure assigned examination rooms are properly equipped, check that equipment is in working order, and order supplies as needed.
Call for pre-certifications and work with patient account representatives and the secretary to facilitate referrals.
Coordinate with secretarial and nursing personnel to maintain smooth patient flow.
Practice within the scope of practice for medical or clinic assistants.
Perform other duties as assigned.