Medical Assistant Coordinator, Signature Services Concierge Medicine, Clifton Campus, 8am-5pm

Emory Healthcare • Atlanta, GA

6d • $23 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a capable Medical Assistant / MA who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population. As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction. All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Current AHA BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency.

Nice To Haves

• One year work experience preferred.
• Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA.

Responsibilities

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include, but not limited to, taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by an licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• May also be responsible for some administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception.
• Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality.
• Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards.
• Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies.
• Performs other related responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED