Certified Medical Assistant

Geisinger; Mahanoy City (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Geisinger in Schuylkill County, PA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support in the outpatient setting. You will prepare patients, collect vitals, document in the electronic medical record, and assist providers during visits to ensure safety and quality care.

The ideal candidate holds CMA or RMA certification and BLS; a high school diploma is required, with graduate training preferred. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; CMA/RMA training preferred.
• Certification as CMA or RMA required; BLS within 6 months.
• Experience in outpatient care and using EMR systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document vitals, reason for visit, and pertinent information in the EMR.
• Set up examination rooms between cases and assist providers.
• Assist patients to prepare for visits, ensuring safety and privacy.
• Provide direct patient care under provider direction, including EKGs and wound care.
• Prepare and administer medications per policy after competency validation (no IV meds).
• Complete tests and treatments per orders following policy.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and paperwork efficiently.
• Document in EMR and manage referrals/pre-authorizations as needed.
• Support receptionist duties, scheduling, and patient communications.

Skills

Clinical support

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient communication

Medical documentation

Education

High School Diploma

CMA/RMA training program

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Job Summary

Provides direct patient care and clinical support for physicians and other providers in the outpatient setting. Functions as an integral member of the health‑care team under the provider’s direction. Performs clinical duties such as preparing patients, collecting and reviewing pertinent information, performing technical duties, documenting using the electronic medical record, and supporting a safe environment for patients. Provides administrative and clerical support for the clinic/department including patient scheduling, filing reports, and following up on documentation, phone calls, and billing inquiries.

Job Duties

• Obtains and documents, using the rooming tool in the electronic medical record, the patient’s reason for visit, weight, vital signs, visit screening information, medication review, and pertinent information for provider.
• Sets up examination and treatment rooms between cases.
• Assists patient as needed to prepare for visit with provider, taking appropriate measures to assure patient’s safety and privacy.
• Provides direct patient care as directed by provider based on competency and needs of clinic, such as performs EKGs, wound dressings, and functions as support to the provider during minor surgical procedures and ancillary examinations.
• Prepares and administers medications according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency. May not administer intravenous medications.
• Completes patient tests and treatments per provider’s order according to policy and procedure after validation of knowledge and demonstration of competency.
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and completes associated paperwork accurately and efficiently to expedite laboratory studies.
• Performs phlebotomy and may assist in specific laboratory functions relative to the testing, reporting, and quality assurance of laboratory specimens as educated and overseen by the laboratory.
• Performs receptionist and clerical duties to support patient care and functioning of the clinic, including matching and filing ancillary department reports, consultation and other medical reports in patients’ medical records.
• Documents in the appropriate sections to create a complete and accurate medical record.
• Uses the electronic medical record and scheduling system as designated.
• Facilitates timely appointments for patients. Completes referrals and pre‑authorizations as needed.
• Collects co‑payments.
• Under the direction of the provider and/or site lead, assists with orientation of new personnel.
• Executes and documents ongoing patient communication, as directed by provider, prioritizes communications to the provider, responds to patient questions and requests to ensure efficient use of provider time and timely response to patient needs.
• Reinforces patient education as directed by the provider to support patient’s understanding of instructions.
• May inventory medical/surgical supplies and pharmaceuticals non‑controlled substances only to ensure adequate supply levels, verify expiration dates, document utilization, optimize organizational efficiency and space utilization.
• May have access to non‑controlled medication storage/supply areas and can transport non‑controlled medications as necessary to meet the needs of the clinic/unit.
• Prepares and cleans instruments.
• Follows protocols for sterilization and disinfection, including high‑level disinfection of instruments and equipment.
• Cleans/sets up examination rooms between patients using established infection prevention protocols.
• Follows hand hygiene and appropriate infection prevention precautions. Routinely inspects/observes condition and operation of diagnostic equipment and instrumentation to ensure proper operation and identifies need for preventive and/or corrective maintenance.
• Responsible for actively participating in patient safety and quality improvement program.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Travel may be required. Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) – required; Graduate from a specialty training program – preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year related work experience – preferred.
• Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – required; Basic Life Support Certification within 6 months – required.
• Certification by one of the governing associations: NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.

Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.