Certified Medical Assistant - Peds ID

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Certified Medical Assistant - Peds ID

Quick overview

The role involves preparing patients for examinations, performing preliminary physical tests, and assisting clinicians with various medical procedures. Additionally, the position manages lab processing, administers non-controlled medications, and maintains electronic medical records.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have successfully completed the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam from an accredited institute. Experience as an MA and experience serving the HIV/AIDS population are preferred.

professional certificateMedication AdministrationElectronic Medical RecordsVenipunctureVital Signs MonitoringClinical ProceduresVaccinationsPatient CounselingLab ProcessingPatient InterviewingCLIA Waived TestingClinic ManagementRapid HIV Testing

Job description

Classification Title

Certified Medical Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements

Successful completion of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) exam offered by an appropriate accredited institute. Appropriate institutes include the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), and the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA).

Job Description

Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; recording medical history; confirming purpose of visit.
Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary. Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality at all times. Notifies providers of pertinent patient information and follow-up.
Assists assigned clinician with medical examinations and clinical procedures including GYN exams, pap smears, suture removal, dressing changes, etc.
Administers non-controlled medications and injections, including vaccinations, as ordered.
Performs Rapid HIV testing as needed, including pre and post-test counseling as required.
Performs venipuncture and lab processing including completing requisitions and preparation for lab delivery. Perform basic laboratory tests (HIV Rapid tests, fingerstick glucose, hemoglobin, urine pregnancy test, rapid strep, u/a, GC/Chlamydia, etc). Reviews all lab work before it is sent out to labs, organizing and maintaining existing lab forms, scanning and data entry of lab results, etc.
Performs quality assurance tests on CLIA waived laboratory tests.
Maintains and updates patient information in electronic medical record.
Assists in organization of clinic exam rooms, including cleaning, checking expiration dates on medical equipment and stocking supplies. Communicates inventory and equipment needs to assigned staff.
Assists in clinic management including keeping patient areas clean and safe and works with provides to effectively manage patient visit cycle time.
Provides patient information and instructions.

Expected Salary

$17 - $21.24 per hour depending on education and experience.

Required Qualifications