Certified Medical Assistant

Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), where your expertise will directly impact patient care and clinic efficiency. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive support across outpatient and inpatient settings, including specialty clinics such as dermatology, internal medicine, geriatrics, and emergency medicine. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will ensure smooth clinical operations, accurate documentation, and exceptional patient service. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake procedures, including recording vital signs, medical history, and presenting complaints with enthusiasm and professionalism
• Assist healthcare providers with clinical tasks such as medication administration, specimen collection, and basic X-ray procedures in accordance with safety protocols
• Support patient care activities across diverse settings including outpatient clinics, hospital units like PICU or Geriatrics, and emergency departments within Level I or Level II trauma centers
• Utilize Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems efficiently to document patient information accurately and maintain comprehensive medical records
• Conduct basic physiology and anatomy assessments to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning
• Manage medical administrative support tasks such as ICD coding, appointment scheduling, and insurance documentation to streamline clinic workflows
• Prepare examination rooms for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for procedures involving medical-surgical or urgent care cases

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program is required; prior experience in dermatology, hospital medicine, urgent care, or emergency medicine is highly desirable
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, ICD coding, and medication administration
• Experience working in inpatient settings such as Level I Trauma Centers or PICU units is a plus; familiarity with hospital experience including OR or Geriatrics is preferred
• Proficiency with EHR systems and medical administrative tasks like intake processing and vital signs measurement
• Ability to perform X-ray procedures or assist in radiology-related activities is advantageous
• Strong patient service skills with a compassionate approach to diverse populations across outpatient and inpatient environments
• Basic life support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications related to emergency medicine or trauma are beneficial

Join us in delivering outstanding healthcare by combining your technical skills with your passion for patient-centered service. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where your contributions make a meaningful difference every day!

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person