Certified Medical Assist III

Morehouse School of Medicine; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, GA is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant III to provide community-based, age-appropriate care with a focus on safety and patient communication. The CMA will use technology to support quality medical care and stellar service.

The role emphasizes triage, patient setup, and collaboration with specialists to ensure smooth clinic operations. Minimum qualifications include two years CMA experience, a high school diploma, and an active CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years CMA experience.
• High school diploma required.
• Current valid CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA certification is required.
• Knowledge of aseptic/sterile techniques and wound care.
• Skilled in administering medications.
• Skilled in triaging patient records and maintaining inventories.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional medical assistance to patients within an assigned unit, including triage and setup.
• Prepare patients to be treated by a specialist.
• Maintain safety and provide culturally sensitive care while communicating with patients and utilizing technology for quality medical care and customer service.
• Performs patient care tasks and selected therapies as delegated by a licensed professional, including patient advocacy, teaching and performance improvement.
• Assist with daily clinical operations and routine clinical protocols in a physician’s office setting.
• Triages and prepares patients for examination and/or specialty procedures.
• Process referrals, tests and surgery expeditiously; manage pre-authorization to ensure timely reimbursement.
• Maintain an electronic tracking log of referrals and dispositions for QA purposes.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Wound care

Medication administration

Triaging

Inventory management

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree or 2 years college

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Position Information

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine ( MSM ) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

Posting Number

Posting Number NONAC3809

Job Title

Job Title Certified Medical Assist III

Position Title

Position Title Certified Medical Assist III

Position Type

Position Type Non-Faculty

Number of vacancies

Number of vacancies 1

Salary $44,720

Department

Department MHC Internal Medicine

Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant III ( CMA ) will primarily be responsible for providing community-based, age-appropriate, and culturally sensitive care. While maintaining a safe environment, the CMA will effectively communicate with patients to collect information while utilizing technology to provide patients with quality medical care and stellar customer service.
Functions in the ambulatory settings in the clinical area.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE :
Minimum of two (2) years of CMA experience.

EDUCATION :
High school diploma required.

A current valid certification as a Medical Assistant is also required ( CMA , RMA , NCMA , or CCMA ).

Knowledge of aseptic/sterile techniques and wound care.
Skilled in administering medications.
Skilled in triaging patient records and maintaining inventories.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years of college education or Associates Degree preferred.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Provides professional medical assistance to patients within an assigned unit including triage and set up.

Prepare patients to be treated by specialist .

Responsible for providing age-appropriate and culturally sensitive care, maintaining a safe environment, collecting information, communicating effectively, and utilizing technology to provide patients with quality medical care and stellar customer service.

Performs patient care tasks and selected therapies as delegated by a licensed professional including patient advocacy, teaching and performance improvement.

Assists with daily clinical operations and routine administrative and clinical protocols applicable to a physician’s office setting.

Triages and prepares patients for examination and/or specialty procedures.

Responsible for processing of patients’ referrals (urgent and non urgent), tests and surgery expeditiously. Pre-authorization is managed in a timely manner to ensure reimbursement is returned.

Maintains accurate tracking log and record electronically all referrals received with their dispositions for Quality Assurance purposes.

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is your highest level of completed education?
  • High School/GED
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD
• What is your date of availability?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is your hourly salary requirement?

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Professional License

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Medical Assistant Certification

Our vision is to lead the creation and advancement of health equity.

Morehouse School of Medicine
720 Westview Drive
Atlanta, GA 30310
404-752-1500

Partner Site(s):

Morehouse Healthcare