Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• RMA, CMA, or CCMA certification required.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• One year of related work experience preferred, or on-the-job training for at least two years.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, by phone, and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• One year of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill assigned patient-care responsibilities within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, including vital signs, procedures, and patient education.
• Help patients navigate the care encounter process and minimize ambiguity.
• Accurately document all aspects of patient encounters required for the role.
• Track and document closed-loop communications with patients, including laboratory results, return calls, and refills.
• Communicate with internal and external parties as needed to facilitate continuity of care.
• Complete supportive assignments on time and without prompting, including performing controls, maintaining instruments, following infection-control practices, ordering and managing supplies, and restocking.
• Provide patient teaching and support care plans.
• Protect patient privacy and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Actively participate in quality-improvement activities.
• Participate in staff meetings as required.
• Complete annual competencies within the required timeframe.
• Communicate effectively in English in person, by phone, and in writing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.