Certified Medical Assistant-FT (Float Pool)

Proactive MD; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive MD seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support a health and wellness center with clinical and clerical duties. You will interview patients, record vitals, perform tests, dispense medications, and prepare exam rooms under provider supervision.

Administrative responsibilities include front desk tasks, scheduling, triage, documentation, compliance, and engagement outreach as needed. Travel to partner sites may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assisting program or 12 months clinical experience or current Medical Assistant certification.
• Active and unrevoked MA certification preferred; must obtain certification within 6 months if not certified.
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association, valid at least 90 days after start.
• Knowledge of internet, spreadsheet, and word processing software; EMR proficiency.
• Strong communication and ability to work with diverse populations; HIPAA confidentiality.
• Willingness to travel domestically up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs and records results.
• Performs clinical procedures under provider direction (EKG, lab draws, injections, etc.).
• Dispenses medications as directed by the physician.
• Maintains sterile, clean exam rooms and equipment.
• Performs front-desk and clerical tasks; checks in patients and schedules visits.
• Manages phone triage, scheduling, and patient communications.
• Ensures compliance reporting and maintains patient records and inventories.
• Supports engagement/outreach under the Patient Advocate as needed.

Skills

Frequent Travel

High school diploma or equivalent

Effective communication

Ability to prioritize

HIPAA knowledge

Knowledge of EMR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Medical Assisting program

12 months direct clinical patient care experience

Tools

Internet software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

People are a company's greatest resource, which is why caring for employees and keeping them healthy is so important. Proactive MD offers a comprehensive health management solution that extends well beyond the clinic walls. Access to on-site physicians, full direct primary care services, and excellent client support are the hallmarks of our program. By engaging a workforce and offering them a personal relationship with a primary care physician, we can deliver measurably better outcomes, making people happier, healthier, and more productive while significantly lowering overall medical costs for employers. We put employees' health first because amazing care yields amazing results. We are the next generation of workplace health centers.

JOB SUMMARY

The mission of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is to support the health and wellness center’s clinical and clerical operations. As directed by the provider and Clinical Operations Manager, the MA assists the provider and performs appropriate tests and procedures. The CMA is responsible for administrative tasks for the health and wellness center and may assist the Patient Advocate in employee/patient engagement and outreach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical:

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height, BMI calculation, pulse oximeter and records information in the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Performs clinical procedures including, but not limited to: injections, Electrocardiography (EKG), routine U/A, dipstick, capillary blood draw, Cholestech, Glucometer, and other medical tests and treatments under the direction of the provider. Proficient in spirometry venous labs draws, centrifuge
• Dispense medications as directed by the physician.
• Proficient in the use and maintenance of Automated Eternal Defibrillator (AED)
• Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments as appropriate

Clerical:

• Performs administrative tasks, completes appropriate forms, and manages the front desk/check in of patients
• Answers phones/phone triage and scheduling appointments
• Responsible for compliance and regulatory reporting
• Maintain clinic and patient records and telephone encounters
• Inventories and orders medical supplies, materials, and medications
• Follow up with center patients who miss appointments
• Schedule external appointments/referrals and make follow-up phone calls to patients regarding scheduling
• Ensure completion of all services ordered by the physician such that all reports, consult notes, and follow ups are in the chart for the physician to review
• Under the direction of the Patient Advocate, periodically assists with engagement/outreach functions

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Required:

• Frequent Travel
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program OR twelve months of direct clinical patient care experience in a healthcare setting OR current Medical Assistant certification
• Candidates who do not possess Medical Assistant Certification must obtain Certification within 6 months of employment
• Active and unrevoked certification such as RMA, CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or NCRMA certification is preferred
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association valid for at least 90 days after start date
• Knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software, Word Processing software, and Electronic medical records
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to prioritize needs and plan work accordingly
• Knowledge of HIPAA confidentiality requirements

TRAVEL Infrequent, domestic travel may be required and should be expected to be less than 20% of the position’s overall responsibilities.

OTHER DUTIES Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Proactive MD is firmly committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, amnesty status, or veteran status applicable to state and federal laws.