Certified Medical Assistant CMA - Northeast Georgia Physicians Group NGPG - Family Medicine - H[...]

Northeast Georgia Health System; Dacula (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to improving community health. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in patient care, utilizing your clinical skills to perform assessments, administer medications, and support physicians in a dynamic environment. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with patients and contribute to their healthcare journey while ensuring compliance with safety standards. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative team setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Active Medical Assistant certification required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• 1-2 years related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial patient assessments and document findings.
• Administer medications and implement physician orders.
• Document lab and radiology results accurately.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Medication Administration

Infection Control

Clerical Skills

Radiological Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radiology Equipment

Lab Equipment

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant CMA - Northeast Georgia Physicians Group NGPG - Family Medicine - Hamilton Mill - Fulltime Days

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary

Primarily responsible for utilizing the nursing process in providing the healthcare needs of assigned patients within existing standards of care. Additional job responsibilities encompass office procedures directly relating to patient care and front office duties as required for an overall efficient operation.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Licensure or other certifications: Active Registry or Certification as a Medical Assistant required. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED

Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

Preferred Educational Requirements:

Preferred Experience: One (1) to two (2) years related experience preferred. Experience as lab tech or with radiology equipment preferred.

Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Clerical and clinical

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

Performs the initial patient assessments documents any findings. Documents nursing intervention and implements physicians’ orders.

Establishes immediate plans of care for patients in collaboration with physician, documents referrals on patient’s chart and log book.

Correctly administers and documents medication regime.

Correctly identifies and implements infection control processes.

Performs radiological or lab procedures (if verified as part of employee's minimum experience and credentials).

Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.

Provides x-ray reports to physician.

Documents QA controls and maintenance on x-ray equipment.

Documents lab and radiology results.

Answers telephones and assists patients, triaging calls as necessary.

Records daily visits and charges accurately.

As needed per clinic, orientation and guidance to perform x-rays.

Physical Demands

Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30%

of time

Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30%

of time

Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time

Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%

Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65%

Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%

Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30%

Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.