Certified Medical Assistant

East Arkansas Family Health Center Inc; Blytheville (AR); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

Wellness benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Hospital indemnity

Critical illness coverage

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

East Arkansas Family Health Center is seeking a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our clinical team in Blytheville, Arkansas. The CMA will assist providers, perform clinical tasks, and support our Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Qualifications include a CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent certification and CPR certification. A high school diploma and completion of an accredited CMA program are required. EMR proficiency is preferred as part of daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent) required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsabilités

• Welcome and prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
• Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and minor office surgeries.
• Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, and clinical information in the EMR.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by providers.
• Perform clinical procedures including specimen collection, hearing and vision screenings, PFT, swabs, and other approved activities.
• Coordinate referrals, testing, medication refills, and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient medical records.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies per infection control standards.
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Complete competency training and continuing education.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Multitasking

Patient-centered care

Organizational skills

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Outils

EMR software

Description du poste

East Arkansas Family Health Center is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our clinical team in Blytheville, Arkansas. This position plays an essential role in delivering quality patient care by assisting providers with examinations, treatments, preventive care, and daily clinical operations while supporting our Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

The Certified Medical Assistant serves as a vital member of the healthcare team by ensuring patients receive exceptional service, maintaining accurate medical records, performing clinical procedures, and promoting a safe, efficient, and welcoming environment.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

At East Arkansas Family Health Center, we believe healthcare begins with compassion. You’ll join a mission-driven organization committed to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities throughout Eastern Arkansas.

Benefits That Support Your Well-Being and Career

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Employee-only premium paid 100% by the organization
• Wellness Benefit Card that significantly reduces out-of-pocket medical and prescription costs
• Dental and Vision Insurance available
• Voluntary Benefits including:
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Accident Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Critical Illness Coverage

Time Off

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays, including your birthday
• Paid Sick Leave accruing at 8 hours per month
• Retirement Plan with up to 4% employer match after one year
• Company-paid Continuing Education and Professional Development
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Collaborative and supportive healthcare team
• Mission-focused organization dedicated to serving the community
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact on patient health

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
• Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and minor office surgeries.
• Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, and clinical information accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Administer medications and injections as directed by providers.
• Perform clinical procedures including specimen collection, hearing and vision screenings, pulmonary function testing (PFT), oral and nasal swabs, and other approved patient care activities.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, medication refills, and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient medical records.
• Answer patient phone calls, portal messages, and other communications professionally.
• Maintain exam rooms, medical equipment, and supplies while following infection control standards.
• Monitor medication and supply inventory and remove expired products.
• Participate in daily team huddles, monthly clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and outreach activities.
• Complete required competency training, MedTrainer assignments, and continuing education.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, infection control, and organizational policies.
• Support new employee training and assist with onboarding when needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent) required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Ability to maintain Medical Assistant certification through required continuing education.
• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.