Registered/Certified Medical Assistant

Commitment Bonus Eligible! Supports administrative and clinical requirements of physicians and other licensed medical staff. Assists in obtaining patient vital signs, updates patient's charts, compiles related statistical data and policy/procedure/practice, regulatory requirements, and JCAHO standards. Responsible for administering care to clinic patients (adult patients, including the older adult through geriatric and pediatric patients, from newborn through adolescence) under the supervision of the physician and other licensed medical staff Administrative duties v Performs front-desk reception to include greeting patients and scheduling appointments v Maintains bookkeeping v Prepares correspondence and processes mail v Arranges outside referrals and hospital admissions v Maintains office inventory v Maintains medical records to include performing transcription v Files and codes insurance claims and processes patient billing v Performs computer skills v Communicates with patients and coworkers using appropriate lay or medical terminology Clinical Duties v Interviews patients v Measures vital signs v Prepares patients for exams v Performs EKGs v Performs venipuncture and waived lab testing v Changes dressings, applies bandages v Assists with minor injuries v Calls to pharmacy prescriptions v Uses CPR when required v Performs patient education v Prepares and administers oral and injectable (intramuscular, intradermal, subcutaneous) medications with physician's authorization v Performs accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times v Disposes of biohazard waste according to OSHA guidelines v Sterilizes instruments v Administers medications as directed by licensed medical staff General duties v Participates in staff development, to include mandatory in-service and training v Attends department staff meetings v Follows infection control requirements v Fields telephone calls\messages for physicians and documents patient contacts as needed v Performs additional duties as required

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or GED. Graduation of an accredited Medical Assistant program with successful completion of a nationally recognized certification exam.

Acceptable organizations are:

CMA

• American Association of Medical Assistants RMA
• American Medical Technologists CMA(MEDCA)
• Medical Career Assessments RMA(ARMA)
• American Registry of Medical Assistants CMA
• National Association for Health Professionals CCMA
• National Healthcareer Association NRCMA
• National Association for Health Professionals NCMA
• National Center for Competency Testing Basic Life Support (BLS) required from the American Heart Association.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Successful completion of Cape Fear Valley Health System requirements within one (1) month of employment: v Medication administration examination for Certified Medical Assistants v Waived testing competencies v AED (Automated External Defibrillator) class and examination v Phlebotomy class and examination

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to see, hear, read, and have manual ability to use office and clinical equipment. Must be able to move throughout all departments of the Medical Center and effectively communicate to patients, family members, personnel, and physicians. Position involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Pet insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person Registered/Certified Medical Assistant 3.2 3.2 out of 5 stars 25 North Johnson Street, Coats, NC 27521 Full-time Cape Fear Valley 969 reviews Full-time Commitment Bonus Eligible! Supports administrative and clinical requirements of physicians and other licensed medical staff. Assists in obtaining patient vital signs, updates patient's charts, compiles related statistical data and policy/procedure/practice, regulatory requirements, and JCAHO standards. Responsible for administering care to clinic patients (adult patients, including the older adult through geriatric and pediatric patients, from newborn through adolescence) under the supervision of the physician and other licensed medical staff Administrative duties v Performs front-desk reception to include greeting patients and scheduling appointments v Maintains bookkeeping v Prepares correspondence and processes mail v Arranges outside referrals and hospital admissions v Maintains office inventory v Maintains medical records to include performing transcription v Files and codes insurance claims and processes patient billing v Performs computer skills v Communicates with patients and coworkers using appropriate lay or medical terminology Clinical Duties v Interviews patients v Measures vital signs v Prepares patients for exams v Performs EKGs v Performs venipuncture and waived lab testing v Changes dressings, applies bandages v Assists with minor injuries v Calls to pharmacy prescriptions v Uses CPR when required v Performs patient education v Prepares and administers oral and injectable (intramuscular, intradermal, subcutaneous) medications with physician's authorization v Performs accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times v Disposes of biohazard waste according to OSHA guidelines v Sterilizes instruments v Administers medications as directed by licensed medical staff General duties v Participates in staff development, to include mandatory in-service and training v Attends department staff meetings v Follows infection control requirements v Fields telephone calls\messages for physicians and documents patient contacts as needed v Performs additional duties as required

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or GED. Graduation of an accredited Medical Assistant program with successful completion of a nationally recognized certification exam.

Acceptable organizations are:

CMA

• American Association of Medical Assistants RMA
• American Medical Technologists CMA(MEDCA)
• Medical Career Assessments RMA(ARMA)
• American Registry of Medical Assistants CMA
• National Association for Health Professionals CCMA
• National Healthcareer Association NRCMA
• National Association for Health Professionals NCMA
• National Center for Competency Testing Basic Life Support (BLS) required from the American Heart Association.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Successful completion of Cape Fear Valley Health System requirements within one (1) month of employment: v Medication administration examination for Certified Medical Assistants v Waived testing competencies v AED (Automated External Defibrillator) class and examination v Phlebotomy class and examination

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to see, hear, read, and have manual ability to use office and clinical equipment. Must be able to move throughout all departments of the Medical Center and effectively communicate to patients, family members, personnel, and physicians. Position involves standing, walking, bending, and lifting. Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid sick time Paid time off Paid training Parental leave Pet insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person