Certified Medical Assistant - CMA - Float Pool

Live Well Homecare; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant for an outpatient setting. You will work with a healthcare team under provider supervision to deliver direct patient care and clinical support.

Responsibilities include obtaining patient information, performing EKGs, phlebotomy, wound care, medication administration, lab specimen collection, and essential clerical tasks to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required, certified by recognized governing bodies.
• Strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to follow protocols, support team functions, and ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient information using EMR and notes.
• Assist with patient preparation; perform EKGs, wound dressings, phlebotomy, and minor procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications per policy; collect lab specimens and paperwork.
• Schedule appointments, file reports, process referrals, and collect co-payments.
• Support patient education, facilitate communication, and aid clinic operations.
• Maintain infection control; sterilize instruments and inspect equipment.
• Participate in patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

CMA/RMA certification

Medical Assistant program

Job description

Role Overview:

Provides direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient setting, working as part of a healthcare team under provider supervision.

Role Overview:

Provides direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient setting, working as part of a healthcare team under provider supervision.

Responsibilities include:

• Obtaining and documenting patient information such as reason for visit, vital signs, medication review, and screening data using electronic medical records.
• Assisting with patient preparation, performing technical duties like EKGs, wound dressings, phlebotomy, and supporting minor surgical procedures.
• Preparing and administering medications within policy, collecting lab specimens, and ensuring accurate paperwork.
• Performing clerical tasks including scheduling, filing reports, processing referrals, and collecting co-payments.
• Supporting patient education, facilitating communication, and aiding in clinic operations.
• Maintaining infection control protocols, sterilizing instruments, and inspecting diagnostic equipment.
• Participating in patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required, certified by recognized governing bodies.
• Strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.
• Ability to follow protocols, support team functions, and ensure patient safety.

Additional Details:

The role involves working in a clinical environment, with potential travel and participation in orientation. It emphasizes patient safety, quality care, and effective team collaboration.