Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Practice Clinic

Ascension Healthcare; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, performing clerical duties, and maintaining treatment rooms. Join a team dedicated to enhancing community health and well-being.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Assist with examination and treatment of patients.
• Interview patients and record information.
• Perform basic clerical duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist with treatments ordered by provider.
• Perform basic materials management functions.
• Document provider's encounter with patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School diploma equivalency

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Family Practice

+ **Schedule:** 8-hour day shift; Monday thru Friday

+ **Hospital:** AMG Bar W - Leander

+ **Location:** 19376 Ronald Reagan Blvd. Georgetown, TX 78628 (Local Travel - up to 15 miles)

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).

+ Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse. Perform select clinical duties.

+ Interview patients, measures vital signs, and records information on patients' charts. Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.

+ Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.

+ Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

+ May document the provider's encounter with patients. List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider. Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ One or more of the following required:

+ Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

+ Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Association for Health Professionals obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

+ Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

+ Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

+ Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Additional Preferences**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. Ascension Seton operates more than 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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**This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.**