Certified Medical Assistant/Registered Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA)

Responsibilities

• Prepare client charts/information for the provider appointments, ensuring that documentation is accurate and comprehensive.
• Obtain and document vital signs.
• Complete thorough medication reconciliation.
• Track and coordinate data pertinent to client plan of care.
• Provide medication education and care instructions.
• Complete phone calls.
• Manage patient medication assistance processes.
• Complete prior authorizations for medications and procedures.
• Use standard precautions/OSHA guidelines in patient care and disposal of medical waste.
• Complete and submit billing documents.
• Review all outpatient medication storage and administration locations for monthly pharmacy review.
• Track and log refrigerator temperatures and equipment maintenance.
• Complete continuing education to maintain medical assisting certification.

Qualifications

• Education: Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, or Registered Medical Assistant credentials required.
• Experience: Prefer one (1) year of experience working in a medical office and/or psychiatric setting.
• Certificate or Professional License: Certification in Medical Assisting through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or the National Health Career Association (NHA) or registered Medical Assistant in the state of Indiana.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) - certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care. This certification must be maintained and kept current through employment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid - certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care. This certification must be maintained and kept current through employment.
• Valid driver’s license and active auto insurance coverage.
• Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks.