Certified Medical Assistant - Front Office & Clinical Care

Altasciences; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Altasciences is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a clinical setting in the United States. The role involves preparing patients for evaluation, documenting vital signs, medical history, and updating the EMR to ensure accurate, complete records.

The CMA will help manage exam rooms, scheduling, and front-desk tasks, while assisting with blood draws and point-of-care testing. HIPAA compliance and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of medical office experience.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant.
• CPR certified.
• Experience with EHR/EMR systems, Athena preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff by providing direct patient care and taking vitals.
• Assist physicians by maintaining workflow and organizing exam rooms.
• Prepare charts, entry of patient history, and updating EMR.
• Schedule initial evaluations, follow-ups, and cancellations.
• Answer phones and handle clerical tasks; maintain infection control guidelines.
• Inventory supplies and restock exam rooms.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Clear communication

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Integrity

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

CPR certification

Athena EMR experience

EHR/EMR experience

Tools

Athena EMR

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Altasciences is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff in a clinical setting in the United States. The role involves preparing patients for evaluation, documenting vital signs, medical history, and updating the EMR to ensure accurate, complete records.

The CMA will help manage exam rooms, scheduling, and front-desk tasks, while assisting with blood draws and point-of-care testing. HIPAA compliance and CPR certification are required.