Certified Medical Assistant-Annual Wellness Visit Pre-Screening

Center-For-Primary-Care; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Great Place to Work Certified

Job summary

Center for Primary Care in Augusta, GA is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for Annual Wellness Visit Pre-Screening. The role emphasizes patient pre-screening, charting in EMR, and support for providers during exams.

Requires a high school diploma and CMA credentials with at least two years of experience. On-site position with 25% travel and a strong emphasis on HIPAA compliance and patient care excellence.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two years CMA experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant (Registered or Certified MA) preferred.
• Familiarity with AWV processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with exams and procedures.
• Conduct AWV pre-screening calls and document information.
• Accurately enter data into the Electronic Medical Record System.
• Draw blood and collect specimens per guidelines.
• Maintain infection control and patient confidentiality.
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure smooth patient flow.

Skills

CMA AWV

Patient care

Medical documentation

Telephone pre-screening

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR system

EKG

Nebulizer

Job description

• Location 4487 Columbia Rd,Augusta, GA, 30907,United States
• Job Category Certified Medical Assistant-Annual Wellness Visit Pre-Screening, CMA AWV
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Travel 25%
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Description

Certified Medical Assistant – Annual Wellness Visit Pre- Screen ing

Center for Primary Care

Who we are:

For over 30 years t he Center for Primary Care (CPC) has cared for families in the CSRA by providing patients with the most convenient, accessible, and personal healthcare available. O ur mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of the families we serve by providing compassionate and high-quality care in a joyful setting. The physicians, healthcare professionals, and support team at our 9 practices, plus laboratory, imaging, and corporate locations work to transform our mission into action .

What our employees say:

At Center for Primary Care, we understand that the work environment is as important as the hard work you do. Center for Primary Care is Great Place to Work Certified which means our employees share feedback on their work culture experiences and w e listen and strive to create positive employee experiences centered on joy, trust, and belonging.

Learn more about CPC’s culture and Great Place to Work Certification by clicking on the link below:

Coverage that cares for body, mind, and spirit .

Comprehensive benefits including no charge medical visits at Center for Primary Care locations.

Mental Health Support Services .

Retirement plan with generous employer match and profit sharing .

Certified Medical Assistant – Annual Wellness Visit Pre-Screening

Key Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

In addition to Certified Medical Assistant tasks, this job is responsible for completing telephone pre-screening calls in advance of patients’ Annual Wellness Visit.

Reporting to the Office Manager and under the supervision of the location Providers, the Certified Medical Assistant cares for patients and performs a wide variety of patient care activities , including but not limited to:

• Assist providers adequately and accurately with exams and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to carry out and complete providers orders.
• Conscientious of work area to include keeping exam rooms and equipment cleaned, stocked, and in working condition.
• Accurately administers medication and injections per provider orders.
• Accurately documents necessary information in Electronic Medical Record System.
• Operate office equipment according to manufacturer guidelines to include but not limited to EKG, autoclave, nebulizer, blood pressure cuff.
• Prepares patient and exam room appropriately for exams, procedures, etc. making sure appropriate supplies are stocked.
• Ensure smooth patient flow throughout the office by assisting in other areas when needed or as requested.
• Documents and reports lab results on appropriate forms and in a timely manner.
• Drawing blood, labeling specimens and completing orders in adherence with the guidelines of our accrediting body.
• Adheres to infection control guidelines.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times; adheres to all HIPAA guidelines.
• Communicates effectively with patients in person and by telephone at his/her level of understanding.
• Prepare forms and patient paperwork for provider review and signature.
• Answers telephone by identifying person answering and assisting callers in a pleasant manner.
• Screening, prioritizing, and returning patient calls according to office procedure.
• Maintains operations by following policies and procedures, reporting needed changes and making suggestions for improvement.
• Reads and familiarizes oneself with all laboratory policies and procedures.
• Stays current on all changes to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Participates in continuing education and required competency testing for laboratory duties.
• Accurately performs laboratory tests ordered by providers by following step-by-step instructions.
• Timely and effectively communicates critical laboratory results to the ordering provider and documents actions appropriately.
• Effectively navigates the Laboratory Information System to perform assigned duties.
• Understands and observes policies set by OSHA, CLIA, COLA, and HIPAA.
• Understands criteria for specimen acceptance, accurate records, and prepares reports completely.
• Promotes positive public relations with patients, visitors, families, physicians, employees, and others.
• Exhibits behavior and conduct consistent with CPC values for professionalism, quality, respect, teamwork, and pride.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Annual Wellness Visit Pre-Screening

• Completes assigned AWV pre-visit questionnaires with patients.
• Utilizes clinical knowledge and judgement to ensure appropriate AWV information is documented.
• Utilizes clinical knowledge and judgement to elevate urgent patient information to provider.
• Effectively and accurately collects patient information with demonstrated ability to ask follow-up and probing questions with a high level of discretion and empathy.
• Effectively communicates and delivers AWV data to assigned offices.
• Maintains availability to clarify collected and documented AWV data.
• Demonstrates effective use of time to conduct assigned AWV pre-visit questionnaires timely and forward AWV data to offices / providers.
• Appropriately stores and purges AWV forms according to established protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

All essential functions must be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions . The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Examples listed do not preclude the performance of other duties similar in nature or in level of complexity.

Requirements

Qualifications for Success:

Education, License/Certification, and Experience Requirements

Education: High School graduate or GED required.

License/Certification: Registered MA, Certified MA, or current LPN.Basic Life Support or be able to obtain within 6 months.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of Certified Medical Assistant experience

• Knowledge of Electronic Medical Records
• Knowledge of Annual Wellness Visit processes
• Ability to type
• Ability to effectively communicate via telephone
• Ability to identify emergent medical situations
• Demonstrate positive customer service skills in person and on the telephone
• Ability to function in a fast-paced work environment, multi-task

Additional Job Details:

Work Setting: Well-lit medical office or business office environment.

Travel: This position may require limited travel throughout the business day.

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Weekdays and ability to work flexible and extended hours, as needed.

Compensation: Market competitive base pay, commensurate with education and experience.

Summary

Center for Primary Care is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Center for Primary Care is a Drug-Free Workplace employer.