AMC | Accredited Medical Assistant Certified

Accredited Medical Assistant Certified

Linden, NC $37,099 - $46,099 a year

Full Time

Overview

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the Southeastern U.S. region as a Certified Medical Assistant. This role supports both administrative and clinical needs of physicians and licensed medical staff, ensuring smooth patient care and clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and well-being at all times.
• Accurately document patient care and interactions during visits and phone communications.
• Collect and process point-of-care, lab, and pathology samples following established policies.
• Perform quality and safety checks on waived testing equipment and supplies.
• Provide patient education under provider guidance.
• Administer treatments, dressing changes, medications, and therapies as ordered by licensed providers.
• Assist providers during procedures and examinations, including chaperoning and setup.
• Prepare reusable instruments for sterilization and manage biohazard and pharmaceutical waste per OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment by adhering to infection prevention standards.
• Manage supply inventory in designated areas.
• Perform front desk duties such as greeting patients and scheduling appointments.
• Assist with coding and billing processes, including ICD and CPT input.
• Coordinate with external healthcare partners to support patient care plans.
• Monitor electronic health record communications and respond promptly.
• Conduct components of well visits or physicals as directed.
• Complete required documentation prior to provider visits.
• Perform high-level disinfection procedures as needed.
• Flexibly float to other clinics as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program with successful certification from recognized organizations such as CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required.
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in an outpatient setting.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to recognize and respond to life-threatening situations and activate emergency services.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, staff, and providers both in person and via phone.
• Physical ability to perform clinical tasks including standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Comfortable with potential exposure to blood or infectious materials.