Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

401(k) with company match

Paid PTO

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee counseling

Perks program

Job summary

Axia Women’s Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for our Valley Forge OB/GYN location. This on-site role supports physicians and healthcare teams across multiple care centers with a focus on quality patient care and accurate record-keeping.

The CMA will greet patients, prepare them for exams, document vitals, assist with procedures, manage lab specimens, and support scheduling and follow-up visits. 1+ year CMA experience and national CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA credentials are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current national credentials CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA required.
• CPR Certification required if performing Office Based Surgeries.
• 1+ years of CMA experience.
• eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge patients in a professional manner.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure comfort.
• Prepare patients for examinations and complete clinical intake.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Perform and document vital signs and measurements.
• Assist with examinations and procedures.
• Administer medications and injections as ordered by providers.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform CLIA waived tests per protocols.
• Enter orders via CPOE and communicate with providers.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Compassionate care

Time management

Teamwork

MS Office

EHR systems

Flexibility

Education

CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA

CPR Certification

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

eClinicalWorks (EMR)

Job description

AxiaWomen's Health is the nation’s largest community-based, integrated women's health network in the country serving women throughoutNew Jersey,Pennsylvania,Indiana, andKentucky. 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 four consecutive years. Learn more at www.axiawh.com.

We have an opening for a Certified Medical Assistant at Valley Forge OB/GYN.

Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:30AM-4PM, Wednesday 9:30AM-6PM, Friday 8AM-3PM

Location(s): Mainly supporting all 3 care centers with other locations in Phoenixville, Collegeville and Limerick.

The Certified Medical Assistantis responsible for ensuring quality patient care by assisting physicians and other healthcare providers.

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 .
• 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)
• Answer patient calls, address inquiries, relay messages to providers, and provide instructions or follow-up information as directed by providers. Ensure timely and accurate communication of patient needs and concerns.
• Manage medical supply inventory by monitoring and maintaining stock levels of medical supplies, place orders as needed and ensure proper storage and organization of inventory to support clinical operations and avoid shortages.
• Ensure patient safety within the clinical setting.
• 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.
• Oversee the orientation and training of new CMAs, ensuring they are familiar with clinical protocols, safety guidelines, and patient care procedures.
• Safely and efficiently assist patients with mobility, including transferring them between examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Ensures 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.
• Serve as a role model in upholding the organization's mission, vision, and values. Consistently demonstrate ethical behavior and professionalism in all interactions. Actively engage in initiatives and practices that promote a positive and collaborative workplace culture, while supporting the organization's strategic goals.
• 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 credentials as a Medical Assistant, such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA required.
• CPR Certification required if performing Office Based Surgeries
• 1+ years of experience as a CMA
• eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience preferred.

Pay or shift range: $18/hour to $23/hour

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 starting
• Choice of multiple medical insurance plans to best meet your needs
• Additional insurance options including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA w/ employer contribution, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more!
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO offering with additional time off for volunteering
• 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

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.