Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

About Company:

Since 1984, Professional Performance Development Group (PPDG) has been proudly Serving Heroes by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities across military, federal, and commercial healthcare facilities. Guided by our core principles of excellence, integrity, and collaboration, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality staffing solutions that strengthen the delivery of patient care nationwide. Rooted in a culture of Linked Prosperity, PPDG values the success of our clients, employees, and partners alike—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and a cooperative workplace built on trust, respect, and service. As a veteran-friendly employer, PPDG proudly welcomes veterans, transitioning service members, military spouses, and members of the Guard and Reserve, recognizing the unique skills and leadership they bring to our workforce. As a proud Department of Defense Partner Employer and participant in the Military Spouse Employment Partnership (MSEP), PPDG remains committed to supporting our Nation’s Finest through meaningful careers that make a lasting impact.

Job Title:  Certified Medical Assistant

Provides Direct Support To:  Joint Base Charleston, SC.

Duty Hours:  Monday through Friday, between the hours of 0730-1630, with a 1-hour uncompensated lunch break.

Qualifications:

Degree/Education: Graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) of the American Medical Technologists or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces.

Certifications:

•Certified Medical Assistant Only: Current certification as a medical assistant by the American Association of Medical Assistants or Current registration by the American Medical Technologists•(BLS) Basic Life Support.

Experience:

•Minimum one year experience as Certified Medical Assistant. Practiced service to a patient population that include pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties include but are not limited to the following:

•Prepare examination rooms prior to the patient's arrival.

•Assist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directed.

•Check patient's vital signs, to include temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, blood pressure, and pulse oximeter reading.

•Obtain and document patient's current medical history, drug history, chief complaints, allergies, and vital signs on the correct form.

•Perform diagnostic procedures when ordered.

•Maintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of examination rooms.

• Complete lab and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policies.

• Enter demographic data into the computer upon patient check-in; enter diagnosis and departing time when patient is released.

• Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services.

• Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.

• Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection.

• Function with awareness and application of safety procedures.

• Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remain calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage.

• Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner.

• Participate in the implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed. Participation shall include, but not be limited to, appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting.

• Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF.

• Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for your own professional practice.

• Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth.

• Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the Command, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Sexual Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), and all other required training.

• Actively participate in the command’s Performance Improvement Program. Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist.

• Participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Provide training and/or direction as applicable to support government employees (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students, etc.).

• Attend and participate in various meetings as directed.

• Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care.

• Operate and manipulate automated systems such as JLV, HAIMS, MHS Genesis and Clinical Information System (CIS), participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the Commander. Maintain DOD email account as directed. The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications.

• Exercise appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the clinical direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities.

• Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions.

• Assisting the physician during examinations.

• Transmitting prescription refills as directed.