Role:

Outpatient Certified Medical Assistant responsible for providing direct patient care, clinical support, and administrative duties in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include:

Preparing patients, collecting vital signs, assisting with examinations and procedures, performing EKGs, wound dressings, phlebotomy, and supporting provider needs. Also involves documentation in electronic medical records, scheduling, billing follow-up, patient education, and inventory management. Ensures a safe, clean environment following infection control protocols and participates in quality improvement. May assist with staff orientation and facilitate communication between patients and providers.

Qualifications and Skills:

High school diploma or GED required; graduation from an accredited medical assistant program preferred. Certification as a CMA or RMA from recognized associations (NHA, AMT, AAMA, etc.) is mandatory. Must demonstrate competency in clinical skills, maintain infection control standards, and possess strong organizational and communication abilities.

Key traits:

Compassion, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and teamwork orientation. Travel may be required.