Certified Medical Assistant

Cherokee Federal; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

A federal contracting company is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to greet and register patients and manage health records. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant Certificate, CMA certification, and 1 year of experience. This full-time position offers competitive benefits. U.S. citizenship or legal residency documentation is required.

Qualifications

• Must provide documentation as a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
• Minimum of 1-year post-graduation experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications.
• Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients, enter data into health records.
• Schedule and manage patient appointments.
• Prepare and maintain patient records and documentation.
• Assist patients with intake assessments and documentation.
• Support administrative processes and quality audits.
• Assist with quality improvement audits and clinic reporting.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and EHR systems to support workflow.

Skills

Patient eligibility verification

Data entry into electronic health records

Appointment scheduling

Quality improvement auditing

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

CMA certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

CHCS

Genesis

AHLTA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Certified Medical Assistant role at Cherokee Federal. A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register patients, verify eligibility in DEERS, and enter patient data into electronic health records (CHCS, Genesis, AHLTA).
• Schedule, reschedule, and manage patient appointments following clinic guidelines.
• Prepare and maintain patient records, forms, and documentation; file test results and other records accurately.
• Assist patients with intake assessments, document completion, and use of TOLSM and HAIMS systems.
• Support administrative processes, including insurance documentation, patient communications, and workload tracking.
• Assist with quality improvement audits, peer review processes, and data compilation for clinic reporting.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems to support clinic operations and provider workflow.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, and Skills

• Medical Assistant Certificate from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program or U.S. Armed Forces medical training.
• Current CMA certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants or registration with American Medical Technologists; Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Minimum of 1-year post-graduation experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Compensation & Benefits

Estimated Starting Salary Range for Certified Medical Assistant: Commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Company Information

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal – the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

Legal & Equal Opportunity

Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Note: Please be aware that some job openings may require access to government buildings or military installations. This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, apply today.