Certified Medical Assistant - General Surgery - Flowood

Merit Health Medical Group (hub); Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Merit Health Medical Group (hub) is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support physicians and staff in a fast-paced clinic in Flowood, Mississippi. The CMA will assist with clinical and administrative tasks to ensure smooth patient flow and high-quality care.

Ideal candidates have 0–1 year of experience in a medical setting, CMA or NCMA certification, and BCLS. This on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 0–1 years of experience in a medical practice or externship completion required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or NCMA certification required/licensed.
• BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with clinical procedures: vital signs, wound care, injections, phlebotomy, vaccines, EKGs, splints.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for visits and procedures.
• Performs patient intake, reports results, conducts triage as directed.
• Maintains daily logs and documentation of care and activities.
• Supports administrative duties: pre-registering, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification.
• Maintains organized workload and delivers courteous patient service.
• Monitors supplies and equipment; ensures inventory levels are adequate.
• Educates patients on medications, diets and health topics.

Skills

Medical office procedures

Patient care

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Age-appropriate care

Education

CMA-AAMA

NCMA-NCTT

BCLS (AHA/ARC/ISHI)

Job description

Why Join Us?

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement
• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact!

No weekends, No holidays, No Call

Job Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides patient care under the supervision of a medical provider. This role supports clinical and administrative functions, including assisting with medical procedures, maintaining exam rooms, managing patient intake, and ensuring efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent patient service.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, wound care, suture removal, administering injections, phlebotomy, vaccines, performing urine tests, EKGs, and applying splints or other specialty-specific tasks.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions clinic supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent patient service.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills for analyzing and resolving clinical and administrative challenges.
• Ability to perform care according to age‑specific competencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA required or
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required