Certified Medical Assistant Columbia

The John Hopkins Health System; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their clinical staff in Columbia, MD. This full-time role involves performing patient care duties, requiring strong communication skills and a professional demeanor. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, this organization values each employee's contribution to community health. The ideal candidate will have experience in a clinical setting, be certified in basic life support, and possess the ability to work independently. Join a team that prioritizes employee well-being and offers a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a clinical setting or physician office.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Training Program.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform specified patient care duties within Entaa Care.
• Communicate effectively with staff, physicians, and patients.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance.

Skills

Computerized EMR systems

Communication skills

Patience and tolerance

Initiative and assertiveness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a clinical staff position with responsibility for specified patient care duties within Entaa Care, a practice pod of Johns Hopkins Regional Physicians LLC. Location is Columbia, MD.

Shift:

Full Time (40 hours)

Day Shifts 8:00 am - 5:00pm

Weekend Work Not Required

Education:

Minimum of a high school diploma or possession of GED is required.

Required Work Experience:

Minimum of one (1) year experience in a clinical setting or physician office. ENT and/or Allergy experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Training Program

Current training and certification in basic life support (BLS) required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experience with computerized EMR (electronic medical records) systems highly desirable; familiarity with use of computers required.

Ability to perform routine job duties with minimal supervision and direction.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate with staff, physicians, patients, families and outside agencies in such a manner as to gain their confidence and secure their cooperation and respect.

High level of patience, tolerance, and tact in order to deal effectively with people and time pressures.

Professional demeanor, attitude and appearance. 10. Initiative and assertiveness in dealing with problems.

*The benefits offered through Johns Hopkins Regional Physicians may vary from those offered through the Johns Hopkins Health System. Speak with your recruiter.

Salary Range: Minimum $19.50/hour - Maximum $24.00/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.