Medical Assistant III - Float Pool CMG

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant III works in the Float Pool CMG and performs administrative and clinical duties under the supervision of a supervisor or physician. Administrative duties include answering phones, scheduling appointments, and entering data in medical records. Clinical duties include measuring and recording vital signs, collecting demographic and medical information (including reviewing medication lists), preparing patients for examinations, cleaning rooms and equipment, and stocking supplies. The position also involves administering medications as ordered by a physician and performing specific competencies as directed by the department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective September 1, 2020, graduation from a formal medical assistant training program that included pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, the basics of medication administration, and a clinical externship.
One year of primary care experience.
Certification or registration from a CoxHealth-approved certification program: CMA/AAMA, RMA/AMT, CCMA/NHA, NRCMA/NAHP, NCMA/NCCT, or RMA/AAMP.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
Proficient computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in work involving direct contact with people.
Previous experience in a health care setting, particularly an ambulatory clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Answer phones and schedule appointments.
Enter data in medical records.
Measure and record vital signs.
Collect patient demographics and medical information, including reviewing medication lists.
Prepare patients for examinations.
Clean rooms and equipment and stock supplies.
Administer medications as ordered by a physician.
Perform specific competencies as directed by the department.
Carry out delegated tasks under the supervision of a provider.