Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) I

About the role

Axia Women's Health is a community-based, integrated women's health network serving women in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. It is recognized as the #1 Physician Practice for Women’s Health by Castle Connolly and has been certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure they are comfortable.
• Prepare patients for examinations, complete comprehensive clinical intake.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Perform and document accurate blood pressure, height and weight, and patient temperature.
• Demonstrate appropriate chaperone technique and documentation.
• Absorb and provide information regarding procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
• Respond to patient inquiries both in person and over the phone.
• Aid in scheduling appointments and follow-up visits.
• Ensure patient safety within clinical settings.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, providers, nurses, and other staff to ensure efficient practice operations.
• Assist in office-based surgical procedures (including LEEP, operative hysteroscopy, ablations, and D&Cs with or without suction).
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments and ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked.
• Provide information regarding procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
• Assist with mobility assistance for patients.
• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s) and policies (including HIPAA & OSHA).
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to practice policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Contribute to creating a positive work environment that aligns with the organization’s goals and objectives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current national certification as a Medical Assistant, such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA required.
• CPR Certification required if performing Office Based Surgeries.
• OB/GYN or Women’s Health experience preferred.
• eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience preferred.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Careful and empathetic attitude towards patients.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Highly adaptable and willing to adjust to changing priorities and conditions.
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and provide coverage at satellite locations, where applicable, as needed.

Pay or Shift Range

The pay or shift range for this position is $18 USD to $22 USD. The final offer is based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.