MA, Internal Medicine

CGH Medical Center

1d•$20 - $29

About The Position

The Medical Assistant performs basic patient care functions to assist physicians and nursing staff with patient examinations and treatment in a medical office. The role also supports office operations, including scheduling, referrals, and filing as needed. Care is performed under the direction of a physician or registered nurse and within the medical assistant’s scope of practice. The position serves patients across age groups, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients, and requires knowledge of age-related growth, development, assessment, and care needs.

Requirements

Current certification as a medical assistant through one of the following: CMA from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), RMA from American Medical Technologists, or NCMA from NCCT.
BLS certification required within 30 days of hire and must be maintained throughout employment at CGH.
Knowledge needed to provide appropriate care for the age-related needs of patients served in the physician office, including pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients.
Ability to assess and interpret patient status data to identify needs and provide appropriate care.

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