University Orthopedics·Middletown, Rhode Island
Assists physicians and physician assistants with direct patient care, including preparing patients for visits and performing clinical procedures. Responsible for managing exam room supplies, documenting medical information in the EHR, and assisting with casting and splinting.
Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Middletown/Float
Reports To: Clinical Operations Manager
Responsible for assisting Physicians and Physician’s Assistant as a Certified Medical Assistant with patient care, Durable Medical Equipment fitting, casting/splinting, environmental and organizational tasks.
Prepares patients for the health care visit by directing and/or accompanying them to the examining room; providing examination gowns and drapes; helping them to position themselves for the examination and/or treatment; arranging examining room instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Verifies patient information by interviewing patient; reviewing and/or recording medical history; taking vital signs; confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
Supports patient care delivery by helping health care providers during examinations; preparing laboratory specimens; performing basic laboratory tests on the premises; disposing of contaminated supplies; authorizing drug refills as directed; preparing patients for x-rays; removing sutures; removing staples; changing dressings; and wound care.
Educates patients and family by providing medication and diet information and instructions, answering questions.
Monitor patient’s environmental safety (e.g., fall precautions faulty equipment, transmission precautions).
May be asked to apply Durable Medical Equipment as needed
Must be able to work closely with the casting/splinting of acute fracture care
Ability to identify abnormal patient values for triages purposes.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping patient care information confidential.
Document medical information using approved medical terminology in the EHR system.
Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
Additional duties as assigned by the Manager to meet department needs.
Market context
Certified Medical Assistant roles in Rhode Island are typically supported by ongoing outpatient, primary care, and specialty clinic staffing needs. These positions are competitive because employers often want current certification, BLS within 90 days, and some clinical or administrative experience, while offering benefits such as dental, vision, life insurance, sick leave, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your certification and BLS timeline before applying.