CMA-In-Training- Spine

About the role

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) supports clinic operations by assisting with patient care, clinical coordination, and administrative tasks for patients across the age spectrum. This role involves direct patient interaction, technical clinical support, and accurate documentation. The position requires effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate is flexible, patient-focused, and committed to providing high quality care and service.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with Spine procedures by preparing the exam room, setting up necessary instruments and supplies, and maintaining sterile or clean technique as appropriate.
• Orders Spine clinic supplies.
• Stocks and maintains Spine supplies, ensuring exam rooms and procedure areas are adequately equipped and restocked according to established standards.
• Ensures proper cleaning, turnover, and readiness of Spine equipment and instruments.
• Demonstrates basic knowledge of Spine anatomy.
• Provides in Basket support for patient calls under direction of Spine RN.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Reliable, dependable, and able to balance work and coursework.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills, with a positive and professional attitude.
• Willingness to learn and comfort receiving coaching in a clinical environment.
• Ability to work well in a team and support providers, staff, and patients.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn electronic medical records.
• Commitment to completing the sponsored CMA program and transitioning into a full‑time CMA role.

Qualifications

Candidates must complete the training and obtain CMA certification within 1 year of hire. This position also requires a 2-year employment commitment following certification.

Skills

• Effective communication and customer-service skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Basic computer skills.
• Comfort working in a clinical environment.

Benefits

At Riverwood Healthcare, treating our patients well starts with treating our employees well. We provide a culture that reflects the friendly, more relaxed atmosphere of the communities we serve. Our staff are welcoming and supportive of one another. Depending on eligibility, there are a wide-variety of benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan, wellness benefits with on-site fitness center, and a time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.

Pay

The pay grade for this position is aligned with the successful completion and certification of the CMA program.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is contingent upon the successful completion and certification of the CMA program.