Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant-Certified/Registered (8a-5p) Outpatient Behavioral Health Adult - Johnson City, TNBallad Health Medical Associates | LPN & Medical Assistants | Full TimeJob Description: Summary: The Medical Assistant, Certified/Registered will work under the supervision of a Physician or their designee. The Certified/ Registered Medical Assistant is responsible for patient care assigned to that position. One of the primary responsibilities of the medical assistant is to follow assigned duties outlined by specific physicians. The assistant should possess a basic knowledge of clinical principals and procedures and demonstrate skills and techniques of good patient care. The duties and expectations will ensure a standard of patient care. As additional duties develop, the assistant should document and update the list of required responsibilities on competency check list. The physician and his/her assistant should have a partnership relationship that enhances the overall medical treatment of each patient. This position will demonstrate competency in the care of patients of infants, adolescent, adults and geriatrics. This position may also assist providers in documenting clinical interactions with patients, filling out paperwork, summaries and referral letters after a visit and entering data into medical records.Requirements: High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate (GED or HISET) or confirmation of three years of experience in hospital/medical setting. Individuals who are at least 18 years of age and who have graduated or are actively enrolled in a high school/secondary education program in good standing with the academic institution and on track for meeting the high school/secondary graduation requirements are eligible for employment in this role.Completion of a medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education (ABHES), or the National Healthcareer Association and have successfully passed the Certification Exam from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).Licenses and Certifications: Certified/Registered Medical Assistant certification/registration is required for this position BLS is required for direct patient care providerWork Requirements: Shift: Day On Call: No No Travel Required: No Travel Shift Details: 8a-5p City/State: Johnson City, TNBallad Health Medical Associates