Certified Medical Assistant CMA

Prism Staffing & Recruiting; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to enhance patient care and support clinical operations. This role focuses on managing customer flow, performing clinical tasks, and collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth, this position offers a rewarding path for those passionate about healthcare and patient support.

Benefits

Health and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance Options

Short-term and Long-term Disability Plans

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Retirement Savings Plan with Match

Education Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Current BLS Certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Manage customer flow and assist providers in treatment.
• Perform clinical tasks like immunizations and lab specimen collection.

Skills

Prioritization

Computer Software Applications

Communication

Clinical Support

Customer Care

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Graduate of Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

The Medical Assistant will manage the customer flow throughout the clinic and assist providers in the management and treatment of their customers. Customers come from a variety of backgrounds and various age groups requiring individualized care including infants, children, adolescents, adults, or geriatrics. The focus of the Medical Assistant is on collaborative, supportive and delegated tasks as described in the Medical Assistant scope of practice. Delegable tasks and competencies are specific to the role of the Supervising Nurse and Supervising Provider and are described by the Ohio Board of Nursing and the Ohio Board of Medical Practice. The Medical Assistant receives direction and collaborates with the Clinic Supervisor, Clinic Manager, and Providers to meet the defined goals of the customer, shift, department and organization. Communication with the health care team related to progress, concerns, questions or problems that arise are an essential element of the Medical Assistant role.

Clinical Care:

The Medical Assistant will perform clinical and clerical tasks to assist with the management of customer flow throughout the clinic. Tasks include standard rooming processes, giving immunizations, injections, and other medications as directed by the provider; and performing laboratory specimen collection as needed. Dependent upon the specialty and clinic location, the Medical Assistant also may:

Provide telephone support

Facilitate communication between customers and providers

Assist with prescription refills

Perform x-ray duties as assigned if individual has passed the x-ray operator exam

Perform phlebotomy duties

Perform clinic laboratory tests

Clinic Support:

The Medical Assistant also may provide support to the clinic:

Front desk/check-in support

Ordering and stocking supplies

Assistance with prior authorizations

Other:

The team member is accountable to demonstrate proficiency for the skills outlined in the Medical Assistant scope of Practice.

Additional skills requiring competency evaluation are defined by and dependent on clinic.

The team member is accountable to maintain skill proficiency, including improvement where deemed necessary, and upgrading any additional or new skills on the appropriate position skills list.

Accepts other duties as assigned to promote the accomplishment of organizational goals.

The Medical Assistant takes direction from the Physician, Provider, Registered Nurse, Clinic Supervisor and Clinic Manager.

Compliance:

Understands and follows principles and standards as outlined in Corporate Code of Conduct.

Protects customer and team member privacy and only accesses customer- and/or team member-related information as needed to perform job duties.

Reports violations or areas of concern to supervisor or Corporate Compliance Officer via established methods of communication.

Recognizes and complies with legal, regulatory, accrediting, and procedural requirements related to area of responsibility.

Benefits package may include:

Health offers a competitive benefits package that is comprehensive, supporting team members through health, financial, career growth and work/life balance goals.

Team member and dependent health and dental insurance plans.

Team member and dependent options for life insurance, up to five times the annual salary.

Short-term and long-term disability plans.

Health Savings Account.

Team member pharmacy.

Medication Therapy Management Services.

Employee Assistance Program.

Team member health clinic services.

Team member fitness centers

Generous paid time off (PTO) plans.

Retirement savings plans, including up to a 4 percent match for team member 401(k) contributions.

Flexible Spending Accounts.

529 college savings plan.

Team member credit union.

Personal financial education and planning services.

Child adoption assistance.

Education tuition reimbursement.

Career development programs.

Community volunteer program.

Matching gift program.

Flex time.

Job sharing.

Compressed workweek.

Education:

High School graduate or equivalent (i.e. GED) required.

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required, on the job experience or training, and participation in a registration program conducted by an accredited by a national health services organization, such as American Medical Technologists, and passing the credentialing exam.- Required

Medical Assistant certification - Required

Experience

Previous experience in a clinical setting - Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks in an efficient manner.

Knowledge of and skill in using computer software applications.

Required Licensure or Certification:

Current BLS Certification

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Candidate Details

Less than 1 year experience

Seniority Level - Entry

Minimum Education - Certification