Medical Assistant - Family Medicine - MA
About The Position
The medical assistant performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in an ambulatory setting to meet patients’ care needs, under the direct supervision of a physician or assigned supervisor. As a member of the health care team, the medical assistant accepts appropriate delegation from an RN or physician to help meet the needs of patients and families. Work is performed in accordance with the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care. The medical assistant also carries out designated activities that are within the functions permitted by law for unlicensed health care personnel.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Graduate from a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program, or hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), registration (RMA), or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience working in a team environment.
- Computer proficiency, including prior experience with electronic medical record systems.
- Ability to work daytime hours; flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs.
- Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
- Maintain current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Positions not on campus may not require current BLS competency, as determined by the work area.
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned direct and indirect patient-care tasks in an ambulatory setting.
- Accept appropriate delegation from an RN or physician to help meet the needs of patients and families.
- Carry out assigned activities according to the patient care plan, organizational policies and procedures, and principles of relationship-based care.
- Perform designated activities within the functions permitted by law for unlicensed health care personnel.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
