Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA)

Position Summary :

Performs a variety of clinical and clerical activities to expedite the patient flow and activities of the department.

Qualifications :

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through AAMA, NHA, or NCCT upon hire.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
• Work may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities / hospitals.
• requireduired to drive your own vehicle for business purposes

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Ability to respond appropriately to customer / coworkersInteraction with a wide variety of peopleMaintain confidential informationAbility to communication only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal informationAbility to project a professional, friendly, helpful demeanorBasic computer knowledge;

uses word processing, spreadsheet, email, and we browserComfortable using Windows OS and learning new applications

Essential Functions :

Assists nursing staff to assure quality health care and a smooth, orderly flow of patients through the department.* Assists nursing staff by preparing the patients for exams or office visits by taking vital signs (height, pulse, and blood pressure.

Assists nursing staff by screening patients for general medical, and by obtaining lab specimens from patients, if needed.

• Supports physician requests and nurses' day-to-day duties by sharing necessary information to assure the delivery of quality health care to patients.
• Possesses flexibility in the work environment in order to promote a smooth, orderly flow of patients through the office in a timely and efficient manner.
• Preforms lab testing and quality control in compliance with provider's orders and lab procedures / policies.* Orders linen, nutrients, and supplies.
• Checks for expired supplies and dispose of them properly.
• Assists in the maintenance of a therapeutic environment that promotes effective and cost-efficient patient care, and that provides for the safety of patients, staff, and visitors.
• Possesses knowledge about safety policies of the office, as well as the established policies and procedures of the organization.
• Works independently within the established guidelines of practice.* Keeps exam rooms and lab stocked.* Participates in the cleaning and decontamination of instruments, if indicated.
• Assists the nurses in preparing and communicating to patients for tests or procedures.* Assist nursing staff in procedure areas and the transportation of patients.
• Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to assist nurses in providing patient care to patients of all ages.* Participates in learning new procedures, policies, equipment, and treatments.
• Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.
• Assures that patient education is provided when appropriate, in a caring and professional manner. Assists the clerical staff in assuring optimal workflow and quality patient care.
• Provides instructions to patients when necessary on preparing for tests, etc.* Assists nursing staff with patient education involving a wide variety of health-related subjects.

A* Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development in order to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret appropriate information required for identifying each patient's age-specific needs.

Participates in continuing education by attending seminars and various meetings.* Assists the clerical staff by answering the telephone and taking messages;

retrieving and preparing charts / orders for the day and filing any papers or charts that need to be completed.* Assists with scheduling appointments as required.

Assists clerical staff by copying and collating medical records, and patient education materials.* Assists with a full range of front office operations as required.

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Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.