Certified Medical Assistant - Kennesaw

shm; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

shm in Georgia is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patients and ensure a smooth visit experience. You will welcome patients, prepare them for their appointment, and clearly communicate the services they will receive.

Responsibilities include point-of-care tests and EKGs, vital signs, phlebotomy, room prep, and assisting providers, while maintaining clean and stocked treatment areas to support excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs point-of-care tests and EKGs, plus basic procedures such as dressing changes and suture removal.
• Collects and documents vital signs, histories, and screenings.
• Authorizes prescription refills as directed.
• Prepares patients, room, and supplies for visits or examinations.
• Performs phlebotomy and correctly processes specimens.
• Cleans and maintains treatment rooms and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

About Our Company

We're a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD , and Starling Physicians .

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

As a Certified Medical Assistant , you will be responsible for providing patient support and communication and facilitating an exceptional patient experience to build and reinforce satisfaction, trust, and drive organizational loyalty. Accountable for welcoming and preparing the patient for their appointment, the Medical Assistant informs patients of relevant and required information for their visit and provides clear communication around the services they are scheduled to receive.

How You Will Get Things Done:

• Performs point-of-care laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated, suture/staple removal, dressing changes, and other patient care activities


• Collects and documents vital signs, histories, and screenings


• Authorizes prescription refills as directed


• Prepares patients, room, and supplies for visits or examinations


• Performs phlebotomy and correctly processes specimens


• Cleans and maintains treatment rooms and equipment


• Other duties as assigned

How You Will Build Trust:

• Demonstrates kindness and compassion in all patient interactions


• Performs quality controls and equipment checks.


• Participate in brand marketing, rotating throughout the vestibule, with a focus on engaging and increasing patient volume.

How You Will Innovate:

• Prepares and administers PO, IM, and ID medications as directed by the Provider, utilizing the \"Rights of Vaccine or Medication Administration\"\