Behavioral Health CCMA: Patient Care & Clinic Support

UAB group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Green Mercy in Birmingham, AL seeks an entry-level nursing support role to provide medical treatment and personal care under professional supervision. You will take vital signs, assist with procedures, and support documentation in the EHR system.

The role requires a High school diploma or equivalent, CCMA certification, and CPR/BLS certification. On-site work with day shift and opportunities for mentorship are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CCMA Certification from NHA or AAMA is required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification via AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing accurate, prompt direct and indirect nursing care.
• Stocks and maintains exam rooms; sets up exam rooms for procedures.
• Takes and records vital signs; may perform EKGs, urine tests, pregnancy tests, or other point-of-care tasks.
• Documents health history, medications, allergies in EHR; interviews patients.
• Administers certain medications per provider’s order.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and professional communication; handles calls appropriately.
• Ensures a safe environment and organized workspace.
• May mentor students and provide learning experiences.
• Performs specimen collection as ordered; ensures accuracy and specimen integrity.
• Responds to patient inquiries and manages messages in EHR inbox; prioritizes and escalates as needed.
• Provides coverage across departments and clinics to maintain staffing levels.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CCMA Certification

Job description

Cooper Green Mercy in Birmingham, AL seeks an entry-level nursing support role to provide medical treatment and personal care under professional supervision. You will take vital signs, assist with procedures, and support documentation in the EHR system.

The role requires a High school diploma or equivalent, CCMA certification, and CPR/BLS certification. On-site work with day shift and opportunities for mentorship are included.