Certified Medical Assistant

Prestige Staffing; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 26,174; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Decatur, GA. Responsibilities include patient greeting, recording vital signs, assisting with procedures, and completing medical charts. Candidates must possess a high school diploma, certification from an accredited program, and three or more years of experience. This is an on-site role offering competitive pay ranging from $18 to $19 per hour.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of medical assisting experience required.
• Ability to assist with various medical procedures and vaccinations.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and ensure patient flow runs smoothly.
• Obtain patient history and measure vital signs.
• Explain treatment procedures to patients and prepare them for examination.
• Assist physician during procedures and administer injections.
• Complete medical charts accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Detail-oriented

Basic computer skills

Ability to read and write medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program

CPR certification

Certification or Registration

Job description

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant role in Decatur, GA. Pay: $18-19/hr.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, ensure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, and escort patients to the discharge counter.
• Obtain patient history; assess/triage patient, measure vital signs, and record information in the chart.
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
• Position instruments and equipment and hand to the physician as directed. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
• Assist physician with procedures.
• Perform dosage calculations for administering medications.
• Administer injections and vaccinations as needed.
• Blood draws.
• Complete medical chart to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
• Perform patient call backs, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Assist registration staff and perform additional clerical duties as necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
• Certification or Registration required.
• Three or more years of medical assisting experience.
• Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
• CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.