Certified Medical Assistant, General Surgery

Trinity Health System; Ohio; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health care provider is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves delivering essential patient care, including measuring vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring patient safety. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to promote effective patient outcomes while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. This full-time position offers a chance to grow within a supportive environment that values patient care and teamwork, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about healthcare.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform urine drug screens and administer injections.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination and treatment room procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care following established standards.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Prepare and maintain medical equipment and exam rooms.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Medical Management Application

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant, General Surgery

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Job Summary

Under the direction of the health care provider and clinic supervisor, the MA is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well- being of all patients. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records, weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problems.
• May be required to collect urine drug specimens, draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and /or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and /or nasal administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.
• Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicates with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Formulates and documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider (s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for the patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Job Summary

Under the direction of the health care provider and clinic supervisor, the MA is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well- being of all patients. Responsible for the delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records, weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problems.
• May be required to collect urine drug specimens, draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and /or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and /or nasal administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.
• Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicates with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Formulates and documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider (s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for the patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma (or GED equivalent)
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred but NOT required
• CMA certification preferred but NOT required.
  
  

Required Licensure And Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 5 days
  
  

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Training

• Ability to perform urine drug screens, administer injections.
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Good computer skills using a medical management application.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

Two year medical assistant experience preferred.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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