Certified Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school graduate or its equivalency.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Certification.
• CPR and first aid certification within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of healthcare experience, preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals within all levels of the organization, providers, patients, patient family members, and others.
• Ability to utilize computers, computer software/applications, and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) with basic – intermediate proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient medical history, medication list, and vital signs and accurately document data in the patient’s electronic health record (EHR).
• Perform clinic front desk duties, including but not limited to, answering incoming telephone calls, obtaining and/or verifying patient information, patient check in/out, coordinating, and facilitate accurate patient appointments as needed for coverage.
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms after patient examination.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations. Ensure that rooms are adequately stocked with applicable medical supplies.
• Perform routine specialized procedures, such as, but not limited to: venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile dressing changes within scope of practice and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of medication and other medical supplies. Order and replenish items as needed.
• Participate in quality control activities which include maintaining all office files and logs as requested, including, but not limited to: Medication outdate check, refrigerator check (for temperature), oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.
• Provide instructions and education to patients as directed by the Provider.
• Document Provider orders in patient’s EHR and facilitate referrals for other services/care as requested by the Provider.
• Process prescription orders and refills as directed and authorized by Provider.
• Document diagnostic and treatment requests within the patient’s electronic medical record and other applicable systems as requested by the Provider.
• Assist with gathering information to comply with star measures, HEDIS, and all other guidelines.
• Administer medication, as ordered by the Provider, following the established policies and procedures and in accordance with the six rights of medication. A licensed provider must verify correct medication and dosage prior to administration by the Medical Assistant. Documents all medications administered in patient’s electronic health record (EHR).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• sign-on bonus
• restricted stock units
• discretionary awards
• full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
• 401(k) eligibility
• various paid time off benefits
• vacation
• sick time
• parental leave