Clinical Medical Assistant - Health Centers (Pediatrics) - Full-Time

Clinical Medical Assistant - Health Centers (Pediatrics)Job Summary: A certified healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health System is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients under the direction of an RN, LPN, physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant. This position is involved in a team-based approach to care. Team members are trained to meet the highest level of function for their role as per the State of Tennessee/Georgia guidelines. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to coordinate care for patients and is trained and assigned to support patients/families/caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. Is trained and assigned (as per their role and responsibilities) to manage the practices' patient population. Participates in the practice's quality improvement process and performance evaluation.Education: Required: High School diploma/equivalent. Completion of an accredited (or in process of accreditation within 2 years) Medical Assistant Program or completion of a governed Medical Assistant program or completed equivalent military training. Or one year of Clinical Medical Assistant experience within the last 5 years. Preferred: Phlebotomy skillsExperience: Required: Medical backgroundPosition Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward. Clinical Medical Assistant Certification Preferred: Current CPR