Certified Medical Assistant - Gaston Family Medicine

Tryon Medical Partners; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Gastonia is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support the Family Medicine team. This full-time position involves clinical and administrative duties, including patient care, clerical tasks, and maintaining infection control. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, medical assisting certification, and relevant experience. Join a dedicated team committed to patient care and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• At least one year of recent medical assistant experience or externship.
• Experience with EKG, vital signs, venipuncture, and EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient care and handle clerical tasks.
• Perform nursing procedures under supervision and manage patient flow.
• Administer medications and injections, assist with minor surgeries.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical skills

Infection control

Vital signs measurement

EKG

Venipuncture

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program

Medical Assistant certification

BLS certification

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant - Gaston Family Medicine

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General Job Summary: This position involves performing duties in both clinical and administrative areas. Responsibilities include assisting physicians with patient care and handling clerical, environmental, and logistical tasks.

Regulatory Notes: Medical assistants must adhere to the MA scope of practice and protect patient health information for confidentiality, authorized access, and data security.

This is a full-time position supporting the Family Medicine team at our Gaston office, Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Tasks

1. Patient care responsibilities include:
   • Escort patients to exam/procedure rooms, interview, measure vital signs, collect history, perform screenings, and document all information in patient charts.
   • Assist patients with walking transfers, dressing, and specimen collection.
   • Perform nursing procedures under supervision.
   • Assist in exam rooms and give instructions to patients/families as directed.
   • Respond to patient care-related calls, take messages, and provide feedback as instructed.
   • Administer medications and injections, assist with minor surgeries, and instruct patients on device use and home care.
   • Initiate lab procedures per OSHA guidelines, including CLIA-waived testing, punctures, and specimen handling.
   • Perform electrocardiography, schedule appointments and referrals, and handle medication refills and lab reconciliation.
2. Clerical responsibilities include:
   • Gather and ensure availability of patients' health information and reports.
   • Review and ensure completeness of forms and documentation in the EHR.
   • Obtain and send medical records, labs, and referral information.
   • Schedule appointments and update charts.
3. Environmental/logistical responsibilities include:
   • Organize patient flow, set up instruments, maintain infection control, and keep supplies stocked.
   • Perform sterilization, waste disposal, and record keeping.

Requirements

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Maintain BLS certification.
• Complete Hepatitis B and Flu vaccines, or provide declination or proof of vaccination.
• Complete TB testing.

Experience:

• At least one year of recent medical assistant experience or externship.
• Experience with EKG, vital signs, venipuncture, and EHR systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, lift (up to 35 lbs.), and perform physical tasks.
• Concentrate on details and use a computer for extended periods.