Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

KidsXpress Urgent Care in Hoover, AL is seeking Certified Medical Assistant to join our compassionate and skilled team. Our mission is to provide kids and families with fast, dependable care they can trust. We are looking for motivated individuals who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality pediatric care alongside a talented team of providers and clinical staff.

Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides clinical, laboratory, radiology support, and administrative assistance to healthcare providers while delivering exceptional patient care and customer service. The CMA assists with patient intake, examinations, procedures, diagnostic testing, patient education, documentation, insurance verification, and care coordination in a fast-paced pediatric urgent care environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

·       Room patients and obtain vital signs, medical histories, medications, allergies, and chief complaints.

·       Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and treatments.

·       Administer medications, immunizations, injections, and treatments within scope of practice.

·       Perform venipuncture, specimen collection, nebulizer treatments, wound care, and other approved clinical          procedures.

·       Prepare and maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, equipment, and supplies.

·       Provide patient and family education regarding treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.

·       Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures by preparing and positioning patients for X-ray examinations              in accordance with provider directives and clinic protocols while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and                  proper documentation.

·       Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and company policies and procedures.

Laboratory Duties

·       Collect, label, process, and prepare patient specimens for testing.

·       Perform CLIA-waived laboratory testing, including rapid strep, COVID-19, influenza, RSV, urinalysis,                        pregnancy testing, glucose testing, and other approved diagnostic tests.

·       Document laboratory results accurately within the EMR.

·       Perform quality control procedures and maintain laboratory records.

·       Prepare specimens for transport to reference laboratories.

·       Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and a safe laboratory environment.

·       Follow CLIA, OSHA, and all applicable laboratory regulations and standards.
·       Maintains logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temperatures, emergency    medications, expired                  medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.)

Administrative & Front Desk Duties

·       Accurately document patient information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

·       Cross-trained to perform front desk operations, including patient registration, appointment scheduling,                patient check-in/check-out, insurance verification, eligibility determination, collection of copayments and            patient balances, and maintenance of accurate EMR documentation.

·       Assist with insurance authorizations, referrals, and related documentation as needed.

·       Answer incoming calls, respond to patient inquiries within 24 hours, and provide exceptional customer                service. 

·       Maintain confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

·       Assist with inventory management, supply ordering, and overall clinic operations.

·       Support clinic workflow and maintain a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

·       High School Diploma or GED required.

·       Current Medical Assistant Certification required.

·       Current CPR Certification required.

·       Basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, coding procedures, reference tools, and                         appropriate clinical pharmacology.

·       Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

·       Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

·       Ability to prioritize duties and manage multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision.

·       Ability to take initiative and complete assignments independently.

·       Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

·       Proficiency in EMR systems and Microsoft Office applications.

·       Physical Requirements

·       Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and sit for extended periods.

·       Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.

·       Ability to safely assist patients when necessary.

COMPANY POSITION STATEMENT

This job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, or requirements. KidsXpress Urgent Care reserves the right to revise the role or assign other tasks as needed (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, or technological developments). We are proud to offer all employees a supportive environment that promotes work-life balance.

KidsXpress Urgent Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pre-employment background checks and drug screenings are required.