Certified Medical Assistant

Saint John Hospital, Inc.; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Saint John Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for the Primary Care clinic in Leavenworth, KS. The role supports clinical and administrative tasks under physician and nurse supervision in a fast-paced orthopedic setting.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, updating patient records in EHR, coordinating appointments, and handling prior authorizations. Full benefits are provided by Prime Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistants program or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification on hire and maintained.
• CMA credential from a recognized credentialing organization required.
• 1 year clinic-based MA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and prepare them for exams and procedures.
• Record vital signs, histories, and meds in EHR accurately.
• Assist with procedures and collect specimens as needed.
• Educate patients about procedures, treatments, and preventive care.
• Manage appointments and patient communications.
• Handle prior authorizations and verify benefits before procedures.

Skills

Vital signs

EHR documentation

Appointment coordination

Procedural assistance

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Department: Urgent Care
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift’s Available: Days
Hours: 12 - Hour shifts - 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Location: St. Johns Hospital - Leavenworth-Lansing, KS

We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in Primary Care, also referred to as a Primary Care Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Primary Care Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Certified Medical Assistants will support both clinical and administrative tasks, such as taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, updating patient records, and coordinating appointments in our orthopedic clinic. Medical Assistants will work under the supervision of physicians and nurses in a fast-paced environment, helping to deliver exceptional patient care and ensure smooth clinical operations.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and prepare them for exams and procedures, ensuring a warm and professional environment.


• Accurately record patient information, medical histories, and vital signs in electronic health records (EHR).


• Assist in collecting and processing specimens for laboratory analysis as needed.


• Provide patients with educational information regarding procedures, treatments, and preventative care.


• Help manage appointments, follow-up calls, and patient communications efficiently.


• Will be responsible for prior authorization and checking benefit information prior to any procedure


• We provide patients with detailed information regarding any test results.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants, Surgical Technologists, or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a physician clinic setting


• Current BLS certification upon hire and maintained current


• Current medical assistant credential from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Credentialing organization required


• 1 year experience as a medical assistant in a clinic setting, preferred

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf