Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Physician Practice - Salem Primary Care

easyservice; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health in Salem Primary Care is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to work closely with the primary care physician and deliver quality patient care. Responsibilities include reviewing health records, updating charts, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for examinations.

The role involves greeting patients, assisting with clerical tasks, reviewing test results, and maintaining smooth clinic operations in a busy primary care setting.

Qualifications

• Greet patients with a respectful and professional manner.
• Review and update patient charts and medical records.
• Measure vital signs and prepare rooms for examinations.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and community members professionally.
• Prepare and review patient charts for upcoming visits.
• Record vital signs: pulse, BP, height/weight, etc.
• Perform clerical duties including inventory, referrals, and phones.
• Troubleshoot issues promptly and support team.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Basic computer skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Physician Practice - Salem Primary Care

Job Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is a key component of our team that works closely with the primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care to our community, ensuring services are provided within the Medical Assisting scope and state guidelines. The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for reviewing and updating health records, measuring vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms for upcoming examinations.

Essential Functions

• Provides excellent customer service skills by greeting patients and the community in a respectful manner


• Prepares & reviews patient charts for upcoming visits by verifying that all diagnostic test results, hospital reports, and other medical records are correct and up to date


• Measures vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and height


• Performs departmental-related clerical duties such as checking inventory, stock supplies, track referrals, and answer phones as needed


• Must possess the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems promptly


• Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Degree or GED

Licensure/Certification

Active Medical Assisting certification from one of the following (required): Certified Medical Assistant (CMA); American Association of Medical Assisting, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA); American Medical Technologists, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA); National Association for Health Professionals, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA); National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) If incumbent is unable to obtain MA certification, an Assessment-Based Recognition in Order Entry (ABR-OE) is acceptable (not accepted in the state of South Carolina) BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Experience

One year of medical assistant healthcare experience (preferred, not required) Two years of clerical experience in a physician's office (preferred, not required)

Skills & Ability

Possesses problem-solving skills, basic computer skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)


• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts


• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders


• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Salem Primary Care

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