Certified Medical Assistant – Internal Medicine

Meritus Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance & disability coverage

PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Education assistance & tuition reimbur

FSA and HSA options

Shift differential pay

Job summary

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD is hiring Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) to provide high-quality administrative and clinical support in a fast-paced physician’s practice.

This role supports patient care under the direction of the practice leader, with opportunities for compassionate professionals who are certified or have direct patient care experience, including responsibilities from rooming patients to assisting with exams and administrative duties.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; CMA requires certificate or AA degree from a Medical Assistant program.
• Certification: Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT or equivalent).
• Experience: Prior MA experience in a clinical setting preferred; non-certified requires 6 months patient care or related training.
• Licensure: Current BLS (CPR) required.
• Skills: Strong communication and organization; comfortable with EHR systems; multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Record patient histories, vital signs, and prepare exam rooms.
• Assist with exams, procedures, injections, and suture removal.
• Collect and prepare specimens for lab testing.
• Schedule appointments, tests, and follow-ups.
• Perform administrative duties: answer phones, process paperwork, manage medical records.
• Maintain clean and sterile exam areas and equipment.
• Provide patient education and follow-up communication.
• Respond appropriately to urgent/emergency situations.

Skills

Communication

Organization

EHR proficiency

Multitasking

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; CMA requires certificate or AA in Medical Assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent (non-certified MA)

Job description

Meritus Health in Hagerstown, MD is hiring Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) to provide high-quality administrative and clinical support in a fast-paced physician’s practice.

This role supports patient care under the direction of the practice leader, with opportunities for compassionate professionals who are certified or have direct patient care experience, including responsibilities from rooming patients to assisting with exams and administrative duties.