Certified Medical Assistant - Multi-Specialty Clinic - Days

Licensure, Certification, or Registration required for hire and continued employment:

• Current Medical Assistant Certification through a recognized national professional association (e.g., American Association of Medical Assistants, American Medical Technologists, National Association of Healthcare Professions, American Registry of Medical Assistants, or National Healthcare Association).
• AHA BLS HCP Certification or equivalent.

Experience

Required:

• One (1) year of medical assistant work experience within the last three (3) years if not a graduate of a medical assistant program.
• No work experience required if a graduate of a medical assistant program.
• Previous experience using a personal computer and various software applications, including Microsoft Office and email.
• Demonstrated experience with strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Two (2) to three (3) years of previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Previous experience in an academic healthcare environment.

Education/Training

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• Graduation from a Medical Assisting training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct, age-specific care to patients based on medical orders and the plan of care under the direction of a physician.
• Functions under the direction of a licensed independent practitioner, manager, and/or RN to provide patient care, emotional support, and problem-solving in accordance with hospital, nursing, and unit policy/procedure.
• Requires prior approval or guidance from a supervisor for time/schedule changes, legal issues, directed care deviating from standard, and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs.
• Handles, transports, accesses, and/or contacts medications and related supplies.

Schedule

• Works all three shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Shift rotation and schedules established with Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.
• Schedules, including shift rotations and hours, may be adjusted to meet clinic requirements.

Age Groups Served

All age groups.

Physical Requirements

Physical:

• Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing and sitting.
• Frequent bending, walking (distance), climbing (steps, ladder, other), and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive).

Mental/Sensory:

• Strong recall, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear speaking, legible writing, and reading abilities.
• Logical thinking.

Emotional:

• Able to handle a fast-paced environment and multiple priorities.
• Able to adapt to frequent changes.

Pay

Compensation grade range: $19.00 - $28.51 per hour. Actual salary offers will be based on relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.