Medical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and a Medical Assisting certificate.
• A current Medical Assistant credential obtained by passing an examination from a credentialing body such as AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT; acceptable credentials listed include CMA, NRCMA, NCMA, RMA, or CCMA.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association; the posting also lists BLS, ARC-BLS, or BLS-I as acceptable certifications.
• Complete the required OSHA training course for operators of radiology equipment within 60 days of hire.
• Organized and attentive to detail.
• Able to work quickly and efficiently to support patient comfort and satisfaction.
• Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English.
• Able to use technology to support clinical care and possess basic computer skills.
• Able to adhere to the Wellstar Credo and Code of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in a practice setting is preferred.
• Specific experience in the practice specialty may be required.
• Radiology experience is preferred; training may be provided within the first 60 days.
• Phlebotomy certification is preferred; training may be provided within the first 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits with physicians and advanced practice providers; prepare rooms and equipment; and assist with patient treatment.
• Carry out orders generated during office visits and respond to patient requests outside of visits.
• Maintain patient safety and provide relationship-based, culturally responsive, patient-centered care to patients of all ages.
• Register patients and perform registration operations; as needed, assist with check-in, check-out, scheduling, and other front-office functions.
• Rotate among clinical and non-clinical service areas, including laboratory, radiology, and front office.
• Perform vital signs and other patient-preparation duties.
• Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures; prepare and position patients, use radiation-protection techniques, obtain ordered views, process images, review image identification and quality, and maintain related logs and documentation.
• Start and maintain laboratory equipment, perform ordered laboratory and point-of-care tests, draw blood, manage supplies, and complete quality-control and cleaning procedures.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and clinical staff; participate in huddles, meetings, workgroups, committees, and quality-improvement initiatives.
• Complete required competency assessments, mandatory education, and population-specific education; seek development and mentorship as appropriate.
• May serve as a preceptor or cross-train team members, trainees, or students.
• Use medical supplies and medications efficiently, minimize waste, and alert supervisors or ordering staff when supplies are running low.
• May provide staffing coverage for absences, vacation, and leave.
• Support evidence-based practice, organizational safety goals, and applicable legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.