Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant The Greer Group - 4.0 Cary, NC Job Details Full-time $22 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Life insurance Qualifications Vital signs Computer literacy Medical office experience Medical scheduling High school diploma or GED Clinical information systems Full Job Description The Greer Group is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for an internal medicine client in Cary, NC. This is a temp to permanent opportunity.

Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for providing clinical care to patients, including assessments, treatment, care planning, instructions and medical supervision under the direction of registered nursing staff and physicians/physician extenders as appropriate.

Essential functions:

Provides basic patient care as ordered. Administers medications and treatments as directed. Assists other health care professionals in performing exams, diagnostic procedures and treatments, and minor medical procedures. Rooms and prepares patients for physician's examination, assisting with examination as directed. Obtains, verifies, and records health history of patients. Gathers pertinent health data through physical assessments and biological samples. Documents assessments, interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, and test results in medical records. When appropriate, processes non emergent patient calls, collecting patient information and providing physician-guided clinical advice. Schedules patient procedures as requested by physician. Facilitates authorizations and referrals for managed care patients where indicated. Accurately relays prescription refill information to local and mail order pharmacies via phone, fax or e-prescription functions as directed by the physician/physician extender and refill protocols. Adheres to OSHA safety guidelines and confidentiality policies. Promotes wellness by providing patient education materials, communicating physician advice/instructions.

Competencies:

Medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions. Documentation standards. Basic computer functions. Equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment. Basic laboratory procedures including preparation and screening in-house labs). Infectious disease management and control and safety standards. Understanding and following written and oral medical orders. Initiating appropriate emergency procedures . Time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing, organizing, and medical care coordination. Performing blood draws/finger sticks and administering intramuscular/ subcutaneous injections. Taking accurate vital signs. Usingmanual dexterity to perform medical treatments. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with care team members and diverse patient populations. Performing mathematical calculations for drug dosages. Completing work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner. Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with patients and other individuals inside and outside the practice. Exhibiting a professional manner in dealing with others and working to maintain constructive working relationships.

Physical requirements:

Standing and walking for approximately 90% percent of the day. Periods of sitting, bending, and reaching. Occasionally support at least 75 pounds to reposition, transfer, and ambulate patients safely.

Required education:

High school diploma or equivalent, required. Current CMA certificate from accredited organization, strongly preferred. One year of medical office experience and EHR experience.

Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance

Work Location:

In person