Certified Medical Assistant

Metrolinanephrology; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gastonia is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative operations. The ideal candidate will enhance patient care through reliable attendance and adherence to medical protocols. Join a compassionate team committed to improving patient quality of life with competitive wages and benefits.

Benefits

4 weeks paid time off

7 paid holidays

401k plan with company match

Employer paid dental and vision insurance

Employer paid basic life insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Pet insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience as a medical assistant.
• CMA or RMA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Completes patient work ups including vital signs and updating medical history.
• Administers injections and performs capillary phlebotomy.
• Schedules appointments and maintains medical logs.

Skills

Patient Care

Reliability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Training

Job description

Description

Metrolina Nephrology Associates is the region’s most recognized and experienced nephrology group. The practice has been on the forefront of the treatment and management of kidney disease for more than 40 years. Composed of 40 Nephrologists and 40 Nephrology Advanced Practitioners, our practice serves patients from eight convenient locations. Our extensive network of providers and offices allow our practice to deliver care in an atmosphere that is personal, patient centered, and compassionate.

It is our mission to provide the most comprehensive nephrology services available with a personal commitment to enhance our patients’ quality of life through professional activity and dedication.

By providing service excellence through highly specialized physicians and staff, we commit to serving the individual needs and circumstances of patients.

A non-exempt position responsible for providing selected clinical and administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the medical office and optimal patient care management. Duties will be assigned to the MA 1 in accordance with North Carolina laws and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) governing such action and activities.

Metrolina has competitive wages and benefits and a generous paid time off package beginning in your first year of employment: 4 weeks (accrued) paid time off PLUS 7 additional paid holidays! We also have a generous 401k plan with company match with two entry points (Jan & July) after 90 days. We offer two medical plan options, employer paid employee dental, vision, employer paid basic life insurance, voluntary life, pet insurance and more!

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Daily clinics are prepared for in advance
• Completes patient work ups to include Vital Signs, Weight, Updating PMH and Quality measure reconciliation
• Administers Intradermal, IM and Subcutaneous injections
• Works prescription refills according to practice policy
• Performs precise capillary phlebotomy
• Schedules appointments
• Updates pharmacy information
• Demonstrates an understanding of Immunization, Lab Order, Charge and Problem entry as well as their associated workflows.
• Reviews encounter forms for orders
• Patient education is distributed at each visit as needed
• Follows operating instructions and notifies appropriate personnel of any malfunctions.
• Cleans and prepares exam rooms prior to and in between patient appointments
• Complies with legal regulations as assigned
• Daily cleaning and refrigeration temperature logs
• Eye wash station logs
• Medication sample logs
• Completes required CEU’s

Requirements

• Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position. The ability to consistently adhere to scheduled work hours and fulfill job responsibilities in a timely manner is critical to the success of the role and the overall operations of the team.
• High School Diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED).
• Completion of a medical assistant training program through an accredited school
• Minimum of two years’ experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant.
• CMA, RMA. Medical Assistant certification has been maintained.
• CPR certification is current.