Role Overview: This position involves providing direct patient care and support in an outpatient clinical setting as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Responsibilities include documenting patient information, preparing examination rooms, assisting patients and providers, performing clinical tasks such as EKGs, wound dressings, phlebotomy, and specimen collection, and supporting administrative duties like scheduling, referrals, and billing. The CMA ensures patient safety, maintains infection control standards, and actively participates in quality improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Skills: Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED; graduation from a recognized medical assistant program is preferred. Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) from a governing body such as NHA, AMT, AAMA, or others is required. Skills include clinical competency, proficiency with electronic medical records, strong communication, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Key Duties: Obtain and document patient data, prepare exam rooms, assist with patient procedures, administer medications within policy, perform laboratory tests and phlebotomy, manage clerical tasks, facilitate patient communication, and support infection control protocols. The role also involves inventory management, instrument sterilization, and participation in safety and quality programs.