Lexington Clinic·Lexington, Kentucky
The Certified Medical Assistant supports the patient care team by performing various clinical activities and accommodative services. They are responsible for technical procedures and the general operation of the department's nursing unit.
Sign on bonus $2000
The Certified Medical Assistant functions as a member of the patient care team, contributing to the health management of the patients; performs a variety of patient care activities and accommodative services for Clinic patients, many in assistance to section physicians and under the direction and supervision of the Patient Care Manager; maintains primary responsibility for all technical procedures and the operation and care of the nursing unit in the department.
Formal training which will probably be indicated by certification from an accredited medical assistant program; current CPR certification; two years broad experience with emphasis in family practice.
Physical guidelines include the ability to move, traverse, position self, remain in a stationary position and negotiate steps for up to eight hours per day; lift, move and transport patients, equipment and supplies; motor coordination and manual dexterity; articulate speech; ability to read and understand orders; visual acuity.
This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to act as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified. Attendance is an essential function of the job.
Candidates should have formal training and certification from an accredited medical assistant program and current CPR certification. Two years of broad experience with an emphasis in family practice is preferred.
Market context
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