Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Assists in assuring effective and efficient clinic operations while maintaining consistent and accurate communication with team members, referring providers, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Assists with data collection for physical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions of patients according to professional practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
• Completes standardized rooming and performs clinical intake, data collection, and documentation.
• Provides clinical support to licensed healthcare professionals during examinations and procedures, including:
  • Preparing laboratory specimens
  • Performing testing (e.g., point of care testing, CLIA waived testing, ECG/EKG, spirometry, venipuncture/phlebotomy, specimen collection)
  • Cleaning and sterilizing instruments/equipment and rooms
  • Disposing of contaminated supplies
  • Performing wound care
  • Administering medications
• Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
• Implements age-appropriate interventions based on individual patient needs as directed by the Health Care Provider (HCP).
• Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Maintains supplies and equipment.
• Documents and captures charges for clinical support services rendered within the patient visit.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities, including:
  • Drafting letters and/or assisting with completion of forms
  • Facilitating scheduling
  • Pending medication refills
  • Assisting with coverage of in-basket messaging
  • Assisting with clinic/chart prep
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care and recognizes the importance of time-sensitive issues.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others according to departmental policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association (e.g., AAMA, AMT, NAHP, ARMA, NHA).

Physical Requirements

• Standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 20–50 lbs.
• May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

Pay

The starting base rate for this role is $18.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.