Medical Assistant Certified

Caring Health Center•Springfield, MA

24d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing direct patient care in a busy outpatient clinic setting. The Medical Assistant Certified will be responsible for preparing patients, performing various tests, maintaining lab areas, assisting with clinical procedures, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. The position requires strong interpersonal skills, adherence to protocols, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High School diploma or G.E.D
Graduated from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program
CMA or CCMA certified
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, patients, and representatives of outside agencies
Professional demeanor and appearance
Demonstrated proficiency in assessing and delivering care to a diverse population
Adult, Infant, and Child CPR (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

Take and record vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature) for all patients according to established protocols.
Perform tests including EKGs, vision and hearing screenings, and oxygen saturation as requested.
Prepare exam rooms and assist providers as needed.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient and health center information.
Schedule patient appointments and follow-ups.
Comply with HIPAA regulations.
Oversee provider schedule and patient flow.
Keep work areas, exam rooms, and labs clean and organized.
Maintain Universal Precautions at all times; follow protocols for blood/body fluid spills.
Order lab and clinic supplies as needed.
Inspect supplies in exam rooms and supply closet at least quarterly and document in log books.
Review the order sheet and complete requisitions according to insurance/grant requirements.
Administer vaccines as directed by the provider upon completion of certification.
Collect and process lab specimens, ensuring specimen integrity.
Perform urinalysis, hCG, flu, Covid, strep testing, fingerstick blood glucose, hgb, and lead testing.
Record completed lab work in lab logs daily.
Autoclave instruments and record weekly spore count.
Assist with quality improvement (QI) projects to support HRSA, UDS, NCC, ACO, and PCMH quality measures.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing (DON), or Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).