Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Scranton Multi-Specialty

Janssen Inc.; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for their Scranton Multi-Specialty clinic. The role involves providing patient care, assisting with medical procedures, and supporting administrative functions to ensure efficient clinic operations. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.
• Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with clinical procedures and patient intake duties.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms for patient visits.
• Support administrative tasks like scheduling and managing clinic communications.

Skills

Knowledge of medical office procedures

Patient care techniques

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)-American Medical Technologists

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Scranton Multi-Specialty

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Job Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) provides patient care under the supervision of a medical provider. This role supports clinical and administrative functions, including assisting with medical procedures, maintaining exam rooms, managing patient intake, and ensuring efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent patient service.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, wound care, suture removal, administering injections, performing urine tests, EKGs, and applying splints or other specialty-specific tasks.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Completes daily documentation and review of required logs.
• Supports administrative tasks such as pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions clinic supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent patient service.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills for analyzing and resolving clinical and administrative challenges.
• Ability to perform care according to age-specific competencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA required or
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT required or
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)-American Medical Technologists required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

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