Medical Assistant, Certified
About The Position
Job Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will facilitate patient care during each scheduled office visit. In addition, the CMA will assist the provider with any patient care issues including but limited to follow up, prescription refills, prior authorizations, vital signs, scheduling, referrals, etc. The CMA will contribute to a positive patient experience. The CMA will be an active participant in the organization to maintain a positive, healthy work environment. Certified Medical Assistants must not refer to themselves or allow patients to refer to them as nurses or licensed personnel.
Requirements
- Education -- Required: graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program. Certification through an accrediting organization for Medical Assistants. The medical assistant shall perform duties and procedures as directed and educated by a physician. The medical assistant will demonstrate annual competencies with verification of a physician.
- Required completion of a Clinical Skills Assessment prior to working independently in an office or clinic.
Nice To Haves
- Experience -- Preferred minimum of 2 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in an office/clinic setting.
Responsibilities
- Performs triage activities and prepares patient for physical examination.
- Updates and revises all patient medical history as it pertains to each specific visit.
- Explains treatment procedures to patients, if applicable.
- Assists provider during patient examination as requested by provider.
- Administers ordered medications.
- Assists with minor surgical procedures, if needed.
- Assists patient with follow up activities including coordination of scheduling of ancillary services, diagnostic tests, and surgical procedures if applicable.
- Attends to phone calls from hospitals, nursing homes, patients, etc. required for continuity of patient care.
- Comply with HIPAA, CLIA, OSHA, and office policies and procedures
- Maintain supplies in and keep exam rooms and back office neat and clean.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
