MA, Primary Care

CGH Medical Center

4d•$20 - $29

About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs basic patient care functions in a medical office to assist physicians and nursing staff with patient examinations and treatment. The role also supports office operations, including scheduling, referrals, filing, and receptionist duties as needed. The Medical Assistant works under the direction of a physician or registered nurse and provides care within the role’s scope. The position requires knowledge of age-related patient needs and growth and development, with the ability to assess and interpret patient-status information to identify appropriate care needs for pediatric, adolescent, and/or geriatric patients.

Requirements

Current medical assistant certification from one of the following: CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), RMA (American Medical Technologists), or NCMA (NCCT).
BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
Demonstrate knowledge of age-related patient needs and the principles of growth and development appropriate to the patient population served.
Be able to assess and interpret data about patient status to identify needs and provide appropriate care, including age-related care for pediatric, adolescent, and/or geriatric patients.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a medical assistant.
Basic computer knowledge.
Prior experience in phlebotomy and placing EKG leads.

Responsibilities

Perform basic medical care under the direction of a physician or registered nurse, within the applicable scope, and document care as required.
Assist in preparing patients to see the physician.
Share observations about the patient’s progress toward established goals with the physician.
Instruct patients and families on medication and treatment directions provided by the physician.
When in the exam room, chart on behalf of the provider as needed; include the medical assistant’s name, title, date, and time in the note, which must be signed off by the provider.
Schedule patient appointments and referrals as directed by the physician, and perform receptionist duties as necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.