Certified Medical Assistant CWR

Overview Medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, 401(k). Job Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting in providing clinical care to select patients under the supervision of the professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner and provides clerical office assistance. Essential Generic Job Functions (List in order of importance) Prepares exam room, treatment room, supplies and instruments. Prepares patients for physician visit and examination assisting as directed. Takes patient\'s vital signs and records in medical chart. Understands proper function and care of special equipment. Performs EKG, PFT, Audiometry, Titmus Test as indicated after a performance evaluation checklist completion. Also performs UDS, BAT, Phlebotomy, and other lab testing as indicated after performance evaluation checklist completion. Maintains records by completing patient records as directed; file record and reports. Assists with collections/billing procedures as needed. Uses computer software to maintain office systems. Identifies and responds to issues of confidentiality. Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 10 lbs., and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.). Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center\'s Organizational Competencies. Additional Essential Job Functions - Ambulatory and Office Performs telephone and in-person screening. Obtains and records patient history. Prepares patient for and assists with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries. Applies pharmacology principles to prepare and administer oral and parenteral (excluding medications). Screens and follow-up test results. Performs inventory of supplies and equipment. Performs routine maintenance of administrative and clinical equipment. Provides instruction for health maintenance and disease prevention. Schedules appointments; obtains patient demographic and financial information and enters information into electronic practice management tools. Communicates with licensed medical practitioners and delivers information to patients as directed. Schedules inpatient and outpatient admissions and procedures. Organizes and files medical records. Education Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent such as a GED. Preferred Education: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Certifications & Licensure AHA BLS One of the following: CMA-NHA (National Healthcareer Association) CMA-NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) CMA-AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants) RMA-AMT (American Medical Technologists) RMA-NAHP (National Association for Health Professionals) AMCA (American Medical Certification Association) NCMA (National Certification Medical Association) Preferred Skills & Experience Taking vitals, insurance authorizations, medical history taking, medication list reconciliation, documentation Schedule Notes Shift: Day Hours per week: 40 Weekend Requirement: none Holiday Requirement: none On-Call Requirement: none Floats: none Required Years of Experience: 1 Required Hard Skills: taking vitals, insurance authorizations, medical history taking, medication list reconciliation, documentation Required Soft Skills: patience, friendly, empathy Required Licenses & Certifications: CMA About Equiliem Equiliem believes in empowering success. It\'s our job to cultivate relationships that connect people and employers in a way that is inclusive, intelligent, and allows both to thrive. Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services. For almost 30 years, we\'ve helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes: Medical Insurance Vision & Dental Insurance Life Insurance Matching 401(k) Commuter Benefits Employee Discounts & Rewards Payroll Payment Options Compliance & Communications EEO Employer Equiliem is an equal opportunity employer. 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