Certified Medical Assistant (3018) - Chesapeake

TPMG

Chesapeake (VA)

On-site

USD 20,664

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Chesapeake is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to ensure exceptional patient care and efficient office visits. Responsibilities include performing patient intake, triaging, administering immunizations, and assisting physicians with procedures. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant Certification and a current CPR or BLS certification. Competitive pay starts at $15/hr with various benefits including medical, vision, and PTO.

Qualifications

Medical Assistant Certification required.
Current CPR or BLS certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

Perform patient intake including medical history documentation.
Triage patients and take vital signs.
Administer immunizations and injections.
Assist physicians with various procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of laboratory techniques

Skill in operating laboratory instruments

Ability to work independently

Skill in communicating clearly

Education

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, NCMA, or RMA)

Current CPR or BLS certificate

Job description

Position: Certified Medical Assistant (3018) - Chesapeake

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Job Id: 3018

# of Openings: 1

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group (TPMG) is looking for Qualified Certified Medical Assistants for Chesapeake locations!

Competitive Pay Starting at $15/ hr!

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group (TPMG) is comprised of over 200 physicians and advanced practice clinicians and is the largest physician‑owned groups in Tidewater.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant exudes a strong dedication to offering exceptional patient care. Capability to facilitate the efficient flow of the patient office visit experience while maintaining high quality and compassionate care.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Perform patient intake to include medical history with accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
Patient triage to include vital signs (i.e. blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, height and weight).
Perform phlebotomy and ancillary clinical kit testing and specimen collection.
Administering immunizations and variety of injections.
Maintain temperature logs, QA processes, OSHA policies.
Ensure accurate performance of EKG’s.
Assisting physician with gynecologic, surgical and wound procedures/exams.
Completing pharmaceutical prior authorizations.
Phone triage to include communication with pharmacies for patient medication refills.
Performing Medicare Annual Wellness Visits.
Electronic input of patient lab/radiology orders.
Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine laboratory tests.
Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean and sterilize.
Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with medical and laboratory staff.
Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
Skill in proper reporting of laboratory tests.
Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics.
Skill in appropriately billing orders collected.
Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.
Ability to work in multiple computer systems effectively.
Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.
Ability to work independently.