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Certified Medical Assistant

Proactive MD

#Drug Screen #HIPAA #Vital Signs #Treatment Rooms #BLS Certification #Background Checks #Clinical Operations #Certified Medical Assistant #Patient Charts

Quick overview

The Certified Medical Assistant supports the health and wellness center's clinical and clerical operations by assisting providers with treatments, performing clinical duties like measuring vital signs, and handling administrative tasks such as answering phones and maintaining records. This role involves transcribing orders, documenting encounters, and ensuring the treatment rooms are prepared for patient examinations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess the ability to perform blood draws confidently and hold a current BLS certification from the American Heart Association valid for at least 90 days post-start date, with experience working with pediatric patients being required. A high school diploma is mandatory, an Associate's degree is preferred, and certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred, along with knowledge of HIPAA.

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is at the forefront of Proactive MD’s clinical operations and is a champion of our Patient Promise: “We are only and always about the patient. We Promise to fight for their greatest good.” The mission of the CMA is to support the health and wellness center’s clinical and clerical operations. As directed by the provider and Health Center Nurse Manager, the CMA assists the provider and performs appropriate tests and procedures. The CMA is responsible for administrative tasks for the health and wellness center and may assist the Patient Advocate in employee/patient engagement and outreach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.
Performs select clinical duties.
Interviews patients measure vital signs and record information on patients' charts.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
Performs basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking supplies.
Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
May document the provider's encounter with patients.
Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
Transcribes patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests, and medications.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Ability to draw blood and confident in blood draw skills High school diploma or equivalent.
Associates degree preferred.
Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred.
Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association valid for at least 90 days after start date Experience working with Pediatric patients.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to prioritize needs and plan work accordingly.
Knowledge of HIPAA.
Certification in hearing and fit testing preferred or willing to get certified.
Must be able to pass pre-employment background checks and drug screen.

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