Certified Medical Assistant - BMS @ Saint Agnes

Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore Medical System (BMS) is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians in patient care, prepare rooms and equipment, and maintain records. The MA will interact professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff, and may lead process improvement teams.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of an accredited MA program, and current CPR and MA certifications. Direct supervision by Clinical Manager or RN is described in the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Certificate of completion from an accredited medical assistant program or higher.
• Current CPR certification from recognized bodies.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification from approved agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care and procedure performance.
• Prepare examination rooms and equipment for patient visits.
• Maintain patient records and communicate professionally with patients, families, and staff.
• Serve as a lead for process improvement teams and support center operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program certificate

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Description

Do you love Baltimore? Do you want to do meaningful work for a company that serves your community? Do you want to be off evenings and holidays but still earn a fair and competitive wage? Look no further because BMS is your dream come true!

The Certified Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for assisting physicians with patient care, performing appropriate procedures, and preparing rooms and equipment. The MA is also responsible for maintaining records and interacting in a professional, friendly manner with patients and family members, physicians, staff, and visitors. The MA serves as a lead for process improvement teams. The MA may be required to fill some Center Service Representative responsibilities and may be cross-trained to cover other positions when needed. Work requires collaborative communication with others as it pertains to the patient\'s continuum of care and clinical operations. Courtesy, respect, friendliness, and tact are required in dealing with customers.

Requirements

Required Education:

High school diploma or equivalent education and/or experience

Certificate of completion from an accredited medical assistant program or a higher level of medical education (i.e., accredited LPN program, RN program.)

Required Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Current CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification
  • We accept MA Certifications from RMA administered by American Medical Technologies (AMT), CMA administered by American Association of Medication Assistants (AAMA), CMA administered by National Healthcare Association (NHA), and NCMS administered by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Required Experience:

Graduated from accredited Medical Assistant Program.

Supervision received from:

Direct supervision from Clinical Manager or RN. Indirect supervision from Providers, nurses, and other positions of leadership as directed by the Clinical Manager.

Summary

Baltimore Medical System (BMS)is a community-based, nonprofit organization that provides quality primary/outpatient care services in the Greater Baltimore area. BMS is the largest FQHC in Maryland, and we offer a variety of comprehensive primary and behavioral health services through five (5) community health centers and eight (8) school-based health centers. We have a competitive salary based on experience and generous benefits (single and family) for employees working 30 or more hours per week that include medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and more!