Medical Assistant Certified/Registered (Internal Medicine)

Pinehurst Medical • Pinehurst, NC

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports the patient care mission of Pinehurst Medical Clinic by performing medical and administrative tasks within their scope of practice. The role escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews them, measures and records vital signs, and documents information in patient charts. It also provides patient support services, including scheduling appointments, answering telephones, greeting patients, and registering patients in a patient care area.

The position works with primary care physicians, nursing personnel, secretaries, and patient account representatives to support examinations, referrals, and smooth patient flow. Medical Assistants help ensure exam rooms and equipment are ready for use and that patient records contain relevant reports and documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification through one of the following is required: CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), RMA (American Medical Technologists), CCMA (National Healthcare Association), or NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant).
• Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of work experience in a clinic setting.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
• Prior experience or knowledge of examinations, diagnostics, and treatment room procedures.
• Basic understanding of ICD-10 coding, CPT coding, and medical necessity as related to ordering laboratory work or procedures.

Responsibilities

• Record patients’ vital signs and chief complaints on the patient flow sheet.
• Perform spirometry tests and EKGs and assist primary care physicians during patient examinations.
• Review patient records to ensure they include relevant previously ordered studies and reports.
• Ensure assigned exam rooms are properly supplied and equipment is working; order supplies as needed.
• Call for pre-certifications and coordinate with patient account representatives and secretaries to facilitate referrals.
• Coordinate with secretarial and nursing personnel to support smooth patient flow.
• Escort and interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
• Schedule appointments, answer telephones, greet patients, and register patients in the patient care area.
• Practice within the scope of practice for medical or clinic assistants.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A benefits package supporting team members’ health, well-being, family, and future.

What This Job Offers

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