Certified Medical Assistant Internal Medicine

OSF HealthCare; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to perform delegated clinical and administrative duties within a practice. The role may include working in both clinical and front office settings to support physicians and patient care.

Required CMA certification and completion of a Medical Assistant training program, with preference for EHR experience and prior medical office exposure. Rural Health Clinic roles may require BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
• Or CMA training equivalency: at least 6 months CMA experience or on-the-job training/education for CMA.
• Current CMA certification from one of: AAMA, AMT, AAH, NCCT, NHA, or NRCMA.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated clinical duties as a Medical Assistant.
• Provide clerical and front-office support.
• Assist in patient care and health care delivery under physician/provider direction.
• Adhere to practice-specific needs and policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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Expected pay for this position is $20.41 - $24.01/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Medical Assistant will perform delegated clinical and administrative duties consistent with Medical Assistant program education, training, and experience. May work in both the clinical and front office functions of the practice providing clerical support, assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care support activities at the direction of the physician/provider. Performs the duties in accordance with the specific needs of the practice.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED AND Must have completed a Medical Assistant training program

OR Medical Assistant Training Programequivalency: at least 6 months experience in Certified Medical Assistant role OR proof of completion of on-the-job training/education program for certified medical assisting in another healthcare organization.

Licensure/ Certification: Current certification by ONE of the following approved certifying agencies: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), earning Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential American Medical Technologists (AMT) or American Allied Health (AAH), earning Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), earning a National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) credential National HealthCare Association (NHA), earning Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), earning a Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) credential

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience: Previous experience as a medical office assistant or CNA or equivalent, previous experience with electronic health records or phlebotomy.

Licensure/ Certification: If working in the Rural Health Clinic setting, will be required to have BLS through the American Heart Association.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.