Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant

Job Title Certified Medical Assistant / Medical Assistant Location Macon, GA 31207 Job Details Mercer Medicine is searching for a Certified Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant for the Macon, Georgia clinic. Responsibilities The candidate is expected to multi‑task by working with multiple patients, handling multiple phone calls including appointment related calls, refills, referrals, and authorizations. The candidate should work flexibly with different positions and in different departments as required. The candidate should perform EMR documentation, patient work up to include vitals, updating patient information and patient education, and execute all other assigned tasks within the scope of certification. Qualifications High school diploma/GED and at least six months of healthcare experience involving direct patient care. Certified Medical Assistant position: current national CMA certification. Phlebotomy experience required for CMAs and preferred for MAs. CPR certification earned within 6 months of start date (preferred to have current CPR). Proficiency in computer use to check patients out. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills with ability to multi‑task. Experience with an electronic medical record system, preferably EMD and/or Athena. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Multi‑task with office functions of medical practice. Operate basic office equipment: computers, fax, scanner, copier, multi‑line phone. Customer service skills. Oral and written communication skills, including interviewing to gather medical histories. Excellent documentation skills to accurately capture and reflect data. Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply physician protocols, guidelines, and recommendations. Ability to work as a member of a team and autonomously; flexibility with various job requirements, positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn and perform new tasks. Background Check Contingencies Criminal history check. Applications Resume, cover letter, and contact details for three professional references are required. Benefits Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, and schedules that allow for work‑life balance. Scheduled weekly hours: 40. EEO Statement EEO/Veteran/Disability. Equal Employment Opportunity The University will ensure equal opportunity for applicants and employees in all of its policies and practices, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall policies, University-sponsored training programs, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs. Persons needing reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the application process or for other questions regarding employment at Mercer University, please contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr