Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) supports healthcare providers in a fast-paced academic health center by delivering patient-centered clinical and administrative assistance.
Key Responsibilities
- Room patients and prepare them for provider visits
- Obtain vital signs and patient medical histories
- Assist with exams and minor procedures as directed
- Administer medications and immunizations according to established protocols
- Perform basic laboratory tests
- Document findings and care activities accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
- Coordinate appointments and manage patient calls
- Support care teams to ensure smooth patient flow and follow-up
Qualifications & Skills
- Current CMA certification
- Strong clinical skills in vitals, history taking, and basic procedures
- Knowledge of medication/immunization protocols
- Proficiency with EMR documentation
- Excellent communication and organization for patient interaction and care coordination
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, high-volume environment