Certified Medical Assistant - Ortho Clinic

Work Shift

Day - 8 Hour (United States of America)

Job Summary

Under general supervision, provides initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services, assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as directed and dictated by established protocol. May perform other routine clerical tasks such as faxing, filing, assisting with telephone coverage, patient check in and out. All other job related duties as assigned.

Education & Training

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Completion of an accredited medical assistant diploma program. These programs are offered at proprietary schools.

Experience

One (1) year medical assistant.

Required Certification/Registration/Licensure

Current AHA/ARC BLS certification.

Certified Medical Assistant credential or obtained within 30 months.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of clinical operations.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in continuing medical education.
• Word processing and/or data entry skills.
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Ability to interact and communicate with people in person and over the telephone, often in stressful situations.
• Must be able to utilize personal protective equipment such as gloves, gown, mask, etc.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Work Hours & Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

FTE: 1

Expanded Work Shift: On Call

Note: one week's advance notice is preferred.

Employer Overview

Houston Healthcare is the premier health organization in Middle Georgia, serving as a cornerstone for health and wellness for the community since 1960. Strategically positioned to connect people, community, and quality care, Houston Healthcare is a caring health system, dedicated to excellence today and tomorrow. With two main hospitals and 7 separate campuses, HHC’s combined capacity of 282 beds serves over 300,000 patients in Houston County and surrounding communities annually.