Certified Medical Assistant - CMA 25-19401

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay Rate: $21/hour

Job Description:

A healthcare facility is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support daily clinical and administrative operations. The ideal candidate will assist physicians, perform venipuncture and EKGs, manage patient flow, and maintain medical records while ensuring a safe and efficient environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Clinical Support:

• Perform venipuncture and electrocardiograms (EKGs) as required.
• Assist patients with walking, transferring, and dressing when necessary.
• Accompany patients to exam/procedure rooms and prepare them for examinations.
• Collect and process specimens, conduct point-of-care testing.
• Assist physicians with procedures and treatments.
• Take and record vital signs, relay physician instructions to patients and families.

Administrative Duties:

• Answer patient calls and address inquiries with accurate information.
• Manage and maintain patient medical records.
• Obtain lab/x-ray reports, referral details, and other documentation.
• Complete and process forms, requisitions, and prescription refills.
• Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) systems for data entry and updates.
• Schedule patient appointments, procedures, and verify insurance information.
• Assist with pre-certifications for procedures as needed.

Medical Supply & Equipment Management:

• Inventory, order, and restock medical supplies.
• Set up examination rooms and sterilized instruments.
• Maintain logs for medication refrigeration, crash carts, and sterilization.
• Monitor and properly dispose of expired medications and supplies.

Safety & Compliance:

• Adhere to infection control policies and wear PPE as required.
• Comply with regulations regarding bloodborne pathogens, radiation exposure, and hazardous substances.
• Maintain a secure and healthy work environment following healthcare standards.

General Duties:

• Assist in chart management, filing test results, and home care forms.
• Coordinate with the Surgical Coordinator for pre-admission documentation.
• Perform phlebotomy duties as required.
• Adjust and confirm patient schedules as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Strong communication skills, especially for multicultural and language-deficit patients.
• Effective interpersonal and telephone etiquette.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA guidelines.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) or billing systems is preferred.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Education & Certifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant certificate course.
• Medical Assistant certification from an accredited institution.
• BLS certification (American Heart Association – Required).