Medical Assistant

Job Description


**Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant**

**Introduction:**
We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our team. As a CMA, you will play a vital role in providing support to healthcare professionals, ensuring the smooth operation of medical facilities, and delivering high-quality patient care. We are looking for a dedicated individual with strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a passion for helping others.


**Responsibilities:**


1. **Patient Care:**
- Assist healthcare providers in performing various medical procedures and examinations.
- Obtain and record patient vital signs, height, weight, and medical history accurately.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by healthcare providers.
- Educate patients about their medical conditions, treatments, and preventive measures.


2. **Administrative Duties:**
- Greet patients, schedule appointments, and manage patient flow within the medical facility.
- Maintain electronic health records (EHR) accurately and confidentially.
- Handle patient inquiries, phone calls, and correspondence professionally and efficiently.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare facilities as needed.
- Manage medical supplies and equipment inventory, ensuring availability and proper functioning.


3. **Clinical Support:**
- Assist with minor surgical procedures and wound care.
- Perform routine laboratory tests and collect specimens for analysis.
- Prepare and sterilize medical instruments and equipment.
- Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) and other diagnostic tests as required.
- Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe environment.


4. **Team Collaboration:**
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure continuity of care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives.


**Requirements:**


- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential from an accredited institution.
- High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a medical assisting program preferred.
- Current CPR certification.
- Proficiency in medical terminology, basic pharmacology, and clinical procedures.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and patient needs.
- Compliance with HIPAA regulations and ethical standards of healthcare practice.


**Benefits:**
We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the organization.

**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

**How to Apply:**


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Additional Information


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Meet Your Recruiter


Marina Setaro
Associate Healthcare Recruiter


Marina is a passionate healthcare recruiter who loves to help jobseekers find their calling. She is originally from Connecticut, and she graduated from Fordham University. Marina has since moved to Boston, where she enjoys going to the aquarium and making new friends. She plays piano, drums, and guitar, and she loves to talk about how she can solve a Rubik's cube.


Candidate testimonial:


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