CERT MEDICAL ASST

About the role

The Certified Medical Assistant works under the direct supervision of the physician and/or provider to perform administrative and clinical tasks. Certified Medical Assistants support doctors and patients related to patient care management, organization and communication. The goal is to ensure efficient operation of the medical office through accurate delivery of high-quality customer service. They remain flexible and proficient in all aspects of the clinic operation to assist in order entry, registration, scheduling, reporting, phone calls, clerical tasks, clinical tasks, and other related duties. Must demonstrate good teamwork and maintain a professional attitude.

Education

• High School completion / GED
• Completion of Certified Medical Assistant program
• Associates Degree preferred

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Successful completion of Certified Medical Assistant program
• Maintains current certification
• CPR Certification

Experience

• No prior job-related work experience required
• Experience in ambulatory health care or related health care field preferred

Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations
• Knowledge of medical terminology and processes
• Basic administrative skills including typing, filing, and the use of miscellaneous office equipment
• Literate in personal computers (including keyboards) required
• Ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time
• Ability to work under sometime-stressful condition which may occur in a heavy workload environment
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective oral and written interpersonal/communication skills for interaction with and/or teaching patients, physicians, other staff and visitors
• Good problem solving skills, initiative and judgment to make appropriate decision in potentially life threatening patient situations
• Professional appearance and behavior
• Physical strength for such activities as moving equipment, (lifting/transporting patients with assistance) to a maximum of 300 lbs