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

About the role

Assist the provider in preparing patients and their charts for clinical appointments. Manage the flow of clients through the clinic, obtain vital signs, and assist the provider in clinical procedures. Travel between Bowen Health service locations may be required for coverage of clinic services.

Schedule

Four 10-hour working days, Monday through Thursday.

• Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Prepare client charts and information for provider appointments, ensuring 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 and 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Minimal ergonomic risk for repetitive motion impairment.
• Moderate physical exertion (bending, lifting, twisting) in the work area.

Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credentials required.
• Preferred: one year of experience working in a medical office and/or psychiatric setting.
• 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; 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; 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.
• Minimum age of 21 years.