Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

The company name is "The Corvallis Clinic".; Philomath (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to provide exceptional patient care in a supportive environment. This role involves assisting practitioners, managing patient flow, and ensuring accurate documentation of medical records. The CMA will be integral to maintaining high standards of care, participating in ongoing education, and fostering a team-centered culture. With a focus on work-life balance, this position offers generous paid holidays, personal leave accrual, and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about healthcare and patient support.

Benefits

Work-life balance

9 Paid Holidays

Generous Personal Leave Accrual

Medical, Dental, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Employer contributions to HSA/HRA

Employer paid Long Term Disability

401k with clinic match

Pay on Demand

Casual Fridays

Year-round employee engagement events

Qualifications

• High school diploma and medical assistant certification required.
• BLS certification needed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist practitioners with procedures and patient care.
• Document patient information accurately in EHR.
• Participate in training and orientation of new employees.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to work well with providers and clinical staff

Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Calmness in emergency situations

Understanding age-related differences in patient care

Tactful discussion and relationship development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate from a medical assistant program

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Compensation: $18.40 - $24.00 per hour (based on years of experience)

Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides patient care in accordance with established methods and techniques and conforms to recognized standards. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) assists practitioner in performing procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records and relaying test results.

Responsibilities:

1. Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within.
2. Directs patient flow and prepares patients for exams.
3. Obtains chief complaint, patient history, vital signs, and any other pertinent information and ensures accurate documentation in the EHR in a timely manner.
4. Retrieves and communicates laboratory and radiology test results and instructs patients regarding medications and treatment per practitioner’s instructions.
5. Accepts and returns patient phone calls in a timely manner, as per provider direction, with accurate documentation.
6. Assists providers with clinical procedures as directed per national standards of practice.
7. Improves the quality of care through continuing education and self-evaluation of the effectiveness of care. This includes attendance and participation in most in-services/department meetings and remaining current on clinic/department policies and procedures.
8. Proactively monitors provider schedules for accuracy.
9. Performs injections under direct supervision of provider per clinic policy, as needed.
10. Actively participate in the cleaning of shared work areas. Keeping exam rooms clean, neat and stocked.
11. Participates in the orientation and training of new employees.

Education/Licensure/Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Certificate from a medical assistant program (AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT).
3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire required.

Knowledge and Skills:

1. Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues to patients and caregivers as well as internal team members.
2. Ability to work well with providers, clinical staff, and patients.
3. Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously in a busy, fast-paced environment while maintaining quality of work.
4. Ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations.
5. Ability to work with a diverse population and understand the age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers.
6. Ability to tactfully discuss issues and develop cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.

Perks and Benefits:

• Work-life balance is a top priority at The Corvallis Clinic
• 7 holidays + 2 floating holidays = 9 Paid Holidays! Early release on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• Generous Personal Leave Accrual
• Benefits: Medical w/ HSA or HRA, Dental, Flexible Spending Acct (FSA)
• Employer contribution to HSA and HRA (when enrolled in Medical Plan)
• Employer paid Long Term Disability (LTD), Basic Life/AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Benefits (Vision, Life Insurance and AD&D, Pet Insurance, Aflac, Legal Shield)
• Retirement - 401k eligible and auto enrolled after 90 days, 100% vested from day 1, with clinic match after 1 year (w/hours requirement) and Discretionary Profit Share after 2 years (w/hours requirement)
• Pay on Demand (up to 2x per month)
• Casual Fridays (with clinic approved attire)
• Year-round employee engagement events and festivities
• Team centered culture, delivering exceptional medical care with compassion and a commitment to service