Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) I

Axia Women's Health; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Axia Women’s Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the Downingtown, PA location. The role supports OB/GYN care across satellite offices, with on-site duties and potential travel to nearby offices. Pay range is $18–$23 per hour, with full-time benefits.

Requirements include CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA certification, high school diploma, and phlebotomy experience. OB/GYN experience and EHR proficiency are preferred; CPR may be required for surgical procedures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current national certification as Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA) required.
• Phlebotomy experience required; certification preferred.
• CPR certification required for office-based surgeries.
• OB/GYN or Women’s Health experience preferred.
• eClinicalWorks EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients professionally.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare for visits.
• Maintain accurate patient records and vitals.
• Assist with examinations and routine office procedures.
• Perform lab tests and collect specimens as needed.
• Coordinate scheduling and follow-up visits.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written com

Multitasking in fast-paced env

Compassionate patient care

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

MS Office proficiency

EHR proficiency

Flexible schedule coverage

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA certification

Tools

EMR (eClinicalWorks)

Job description

Description

Job Details Axia Women's Health is the nation’s largest community-based, integrated women's health network in the country serving women throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. At its core, Axia Women’s Health is a community of over 400 providers across nearly 150 locations committed to providing a more caring, connected, and progressive health care experience for women. Its rapidly growing network spans OB/GYN care, breast health, high-risk pregnancy care, urogynecology care, behavioral health, and fertility. Together, Axia Women's Health puts women first by delivering the personalized care needed for women to lead healthier, happier lives. Axia Women’s Health has been recognized as the #1 Physician Practice for Women’s Health by Castle Connolly and certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. Learn more at www.axiawh.com. We are currently recruiting for a Certified Medical Assistant at Chester County OBGYN in Downingtown, PA. This role may travel to support other offices including West Chester, Exton & Kennett Square.

Office Hours

Mon- Thru 730a-4p, Fridays 7:30-3p. one evening/ per week 11:30-7pm

Essential Functions

• Greet and acknowledge patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure they are comfortable.
• Prepare patients for examinations, complete comprehensive clinical intake.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Perform and document accurate blood pressure, height and weight, and patient temperature.
• Demonstrate appropriate chaperone technique and documentation.
• Assist with patient examinations and office-based procedures (Routine procedures performed during the regular course of the day including but not limited to colposcopy, IUD insertions, and endometrial biopsies).
• Administer medications and injections as ordered by providers.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform CLIA waived tests per Axia and Care Center Protocols
• Perform blood draws.
• Computerized physician order entry (CPOE) – Enter and send medication and test orders per provider instructions.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments and ensure exam rooms are clean and stocked.
• Provide information regarding procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
• Respond to patient inquiries both in person and over the phone.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and follow-up visits.
• Understand how to appropriately perform Nonstress Test (NST)
• Ensure patient safety within clinical settings.
• Work collaboratively with physicians, providers, nurses, and other staff to ensure efficient practice operations.
• Upon successful completion of competency skills training, assist in office-based surgical procedures (Anything historically performed in an Operating Room and/or requiring moderate sedation or higher including but not limited to LEEP, operative hysteroscopy, ablations, and D&Cs with or without suction) by preparing the procedure room, ensuing the availability of necessary equipment, providing support to healthcare providers during the surgeries, and post-surgical processes including disinfection.
• Safely and efficiently assist patients with mobility, including transferring them between examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s) and policies (including HIPAA & OSHA).
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to practice policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Demonstrate commitment to the organization’s mission, vision, and values by embodying its principles in daily activities. Uphold high standards of ethical behavior, integrity, and professionalism. Actively contribute to creating a positive work environment that aligns with the organization’s goals and objectives.
• This role is an on-site position.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards patients.
• Demonstrate time management skills by efficiently prioritizing tasks, and patients simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Highly adaptable and willing to adjust to changing priorities and conditions.
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in using electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and provide coverage at satellite locations, where applicable, as needed.

Experience and Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current national certification as a Medical Assistant, such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA required.
• Phlebotomy experience required, certification preferred
• CPR Certification required if performing Office Based Surgeries
• OB/GYN or Women’s Health experience preferred.
• eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience preferred.

Pay or shift range: $18 to $23

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Full Time Benefits Summary

• Full time benefit-eligibility beginning the first of the month after hire
• Immediate 401(k) matching contribution with no vesting period
• Generous PTO offering with additional time off for volunteering
• Choice of multiple medical insurance plans to best meet your needs
• Access to Axia providers at little to no cost through Axia’s medical insurance
• Axia-paid life insurance, short term and long term disability
• Free counseling for colleagues and family members, including parents and parents-in-law
• Access to discount on Hotels, Theme Parks, Gym Memberships, and more through the Great Works Perks Program
• Additional insurance options including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA w/ employer contribution, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more!

At Axia Women’s Health, we’re passionate about creating a community where our colleagues and patients feel empowered to be their full, authentic selves. We welcome all individuals – without regards to gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or sexual orientation – and proudly celebrate our individual experiences and differences.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.