Certified Medical Assistant I

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C; West Point (VA); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidewater Physicians Multispecialty Group P C in West Point, VA seeks an entry-level Certified Medical Assistant I to support patient care in the Family Medicine clinic. You will assist with patient intake, vital signs, phlebotomy, immunizations, EKGs, and procedural support.

Responsibilities include provider assistance, scheduling, documentation in the EHR, and coordination with pharmacies for refills. High school diploma and CMA/CPR credentials required; on-site, full-time position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/CCMA/NRCMA/NCMA/RMA) required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques for routine tests.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment, testing, sterilization.
• Ability to document medical information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake and document medical history in the EHR.
• Take vital signs and triage patients.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens.
• Administer immunizations and injections.
• Maintain logs, QA processes, and OSHA policies.
• Ensure accurate performance of EKGs.
• Assist physicians with procedures and exams.
• Process prior authorizations for medications.
• Handle phone triage and medication refills with pharmacies.
• Support Medicare Annual Wellness Visits.
• Prepare exam rooms and manage supplies.

Skills

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

Patient triage

Immunizations

Communication

EHR documentation

Independent work

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

CMA/CCMA/NCMA certifications

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: West Point Family Medicine - West Point, VA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Clinical Support, Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant I is dedicated to offering exceptional patient care; facilitates the efficient flow of the patient office visit experience while maintaining high quality and compassionate care.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake to include medical history with accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Patient triage to include vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, height and weight).
• Perform phlebotomy and ancillary clinical kit testing and specimen collection.
• Administering immunizations and variety of injections.
• Maintain temperature logs, QA processes, OSHA policies.
• Ensure accurate performance of EKGs.
• Assisting physician with gynecologic, surgical and wound procedures/exams.
• Completing pharmaceutical prior authorizations.
• Phone triage to include communication with pharmacies for patient medication refills.
• Performing Medicare Annual Wellness Visits.
• Exam room set up/ cleaning/stocking
• Electronic input of patient lab/radiology orders.
• Other duties as assigned.

Compensation starts at $15.00 per hour, with the final hourly rate determined by the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications

Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of laboratory techniques to perform routine laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing to operate, clean and sterilize.
• Knowledge of appropriate medical terminology to communicate with medical and laboratory staff.
• Skill in operating a variety of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Skill in proper reporting of laboratory tests.
• Skill in communicating clearly with diverse publics.
• Skill in appropriately billing orders collected.
• Ability to work scheduled hours as defined in the job offer.
• Ability to work in multiple computer systems effectively.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and follow written protocols.
• Ability to work independently.

Education / Training / Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED; no experience required.
• Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, NCMA, or RMA).
• Current CPR or BLS certificate.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for limited periods of time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to climb or balance for limited periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally reach, bend, stoop and lift up to 30 lbs. *
• Ability to grasp and hold up to 25 lbs.*
• Ability to hear normal voice level communications in person or through the telephone.
• Ability to speak clearly and understandably.
• Ability to smell.

Success Factors

• Alignment with Company Mission and Core Values
• Excellent Time Management/Organized
• Open Communication/Positive
• Goal Driven
• Excellent Customer Service
• Juggles Multiple Priorities
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail

All statements are essential functions of the position unless identified as non-essential by an asterisk (*).