Certified Medical Assistant

Overview Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Location Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912 Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904 College/Department Information At Student Health Services (SHS) our mission is to foster positive patient outcomes by providing professional medical and psychiatric services for Augusta University students. We prioritize patient safety, quality healthcare, professionalism, and compassion as our service standards. We aim to assist each student to achieve and maintain holistic well-being in order to reach their maximum potential within the academic (undergraduate, graduate, and professional) programs at Augusta University. Job Summary Provides supervised health care services to patients and performs a variety of administrative and clinical support duties related to the Student Health clinic operations, including laboratory tests, medication and immunization administration, and supporting patients' clinical appointments. Responsibilities Patient Care Room patients, measure vital signs, take chief complaints, perform venipuncture, injections, and immunizations. Perform dressing changes, CLIA‑waived in‑house testing, assist providers during exams, and maintain rooms by infection control principles. Provide health education, schedule appointments, check patients in and out, answer calls, and communicate with staff. Documentation Record patient care in the electronic health record, including lab results, progress notes, consents, imaging, and residency/rotation forms. Notify patients of laboratory results after provider review. Safety and Quality Processes Participate in clinic safety and quality processes; store and monitor supplies, medications, and equipment. Document inventory in Microsoft Word and Excel. Additional Duties Engage in outreach events, staff education, and peer review as assigned. Other Perform additional duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School diploma, GED, or equivalent with at least two years of experience in administrative and clinical support within an outpatient primary setting. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential or equivalent (AAMA, MedCa, RMA/NCMA, NCMA, or NCRMA). Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification. Preferred Qualifications Experience working supervised in an outpatient healthcare clinic with a multidisciplinary team. Experience using an electronic health record for documentation and e‑prescribing. Experience recognizing emergent patient symptoms and performing Basic Life Support CPR. Experience administering vaccines and medications to children and adults. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge: Awareness of infection prevention policies and ability to follow established best practice guidelines for quality and safety. Skills: Proficient with Microsoft, Adobe, and EHR platforms; detail‑oriented; excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication; proficient in Microsoft Office. Abilities: Maintain confidentiality; work within a multidisciplinary team; demonstrate excellent customer service attitude. Certifications / License Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification. Shift / Salary / Benefits Shift: Days, Monday‑Friday. Pay Band: B3. Salary: $16.54‑$17.70 per hour, commensurate with qualifications. Benefits: Health, dental, and life insurance; Teachers Retirement System or optional retirement plan; earned vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Tuition Assistance Program for eligible employees with more than six months of employment. Conditions of Employment Background check and, if applicable, credit check, motor‑vehicle report. Proof of academic credentials for faculty positions. Adherence to cybersecurity and privacy policies. Other Information Responsible for promoting a customer‑friendly environment and providing superior service to patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a tobacco‑free environment. The institution supports freedom of expression per Board Policy 6.5. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is a proud equal‑opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply Applicants are encouraged to tailor resumes to highlight relevant experience. Submit applications at or contact View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr