Certified Medical Assistant

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting nursing staff and providers with daytoday operations in association with direct and indirect care of patients in the clinic.

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability to be successful.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following)

Prepare patients for examination and treatment

Complete all necessary documentation in patients medical records in accordance with the clinics charting policy

Maintain and utilize effective communication with patients coworkers and visitors

Demonstrate responsibility for professionalism growth and development

Actively participate in continuous quality improvements staff meetings and education programs

Places orders under the supervision of a provider

Perform and assist with various aspects of patient care such as administering medication under general supervision providing instructions to patients performing basic lab procedures as instructed and assisting with medical procedures as appropriate

Maintain a clean orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors

Clean sterilize and store instruments in accordance with clinic policies

Restock and prepare the medical suites for patient examination

Reorder supplies when needed

Respond to patient and family needs

Maintain high standards of confidentiality relating to patient information

Complete required continuous training and education

Comply with personal protective equipment requirements

Comply with bloodborne pathogens procedures

Screen telephone calls and take message from callers

Initiate proper action in response to problems

Provide information about services available

Schedule appointments

Call patients to confirm and reschedule appointments

Organization of Office and Lab

Display and promote company values

Regular attendance

Other duties as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively communicate
• Time Management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Organizational skills

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

BLS certification or obtain upon hire

Experience in medical setting preferred

Certified Medical Assistant Certification

High School or GED preferred