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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA | RMA) - Caring Medical Center Division of Summit Medical Group
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$38,280 / year median in Tennessee
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Caring Medical Center a division of Summit Medical Group is recruiting for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA | RMA) to join their their practice. This is a Full time opportunity. Examples of Duties (List does not include all duties assigned) Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences. Uses good skills in recording vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc. Uses good clinical skills in performing appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc. Uses good clinical skills in assisting the physician(s) with procedures, as well as administering medications and conducting patient educations. Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc. Performs clerical duties necessary for the physicians to see patients; contacts patients regarding test results or for other related reasons as directed. Pulls and prepares patient records for physicians to treat patients, as needed. If needed, schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots. Maintains stocked, neat, and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis. Adheres to established company policies and procedures (including the corporate compliance program), and follows state and federal regulations, such as OSHA and HIPAA guidelines. Adheres to site-specific protocols and expectations. Performs duties in a professional manner while exhibiting a courteous and cooperative manner to co-workers, management, and public. Performs all other duties assigned by supervisor, Site Manager, physician, or Administrative staff. Education High School Diploma or equivalent required, prefer additional vocational or college credits. Experience At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting preferred. Certification/License Certified or Registered Medical Assistant Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee's largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties. Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit www.summitmedical.com In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.