Medical Assistant - Certified
About The Position
This is a full-time position for an experienced Certified Medical Assistant at CAdENT Central Hagerstown in Hagerstown, MD. The role involves both clerical and clinical duties, including scheduling appointments, managing patient documentation, assisting providers during examinations and procedures, administering injections, performing point-of-care testing, and supporting minor surgical procedures. The Medical Assistant will also be responsible for maintaining patient charts, sterilizing instruments, triaging patient calls, and managing medication samples. Adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and safety procedures is crucial. Responsibilities may evolve to meet the changing needs of the clinic.
Requirements
- Certified Medical Assistant
- 1 – 2 years of clinical experience required.
- Strong communication, organization, and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Schedule appointments, call in prescriptions, and initiate prior authorizations.
- Maintain legal, ethical, and accurate documentation.
- Support training of new staff, assist with front desk and phones as needed.
- Follow physician preferences and compliance protocols (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.).
- Room patients and collect vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
- Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and in-office treatments.
- Administer injections and perform point-of-care testing as ordered.
- Scribe during patient visits and prepare documentation for provider review in the EMR.
- Verify and prepare patient charts, ensuring labs, imaging, pathology, and referral reports are complete.
- Sterilize instruments, operate the autoclave, and maintain clean, well-stocked exam rooms and clinical supplies.
- Triage patient clinical calls and respond to EMR tasks, pharmacy coordination, and patient communications.
- Manage medication samples and inventory in compliance with clinical protocols.
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations, infection control standards, and safety procedures.
- Prepare and stock exam rooms with necessary tools and materials for in-office surgeries.
- Assist providers during minor surgical procedures by passing instruments, positioning equipment, and offering surgical support.
- Monitor patients during numbing periods and ensure their comfort and safety while the physician is out of the room.
- Answer non-medical questions regarding the procedure.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
