Certified Medical Assistant-Mirror Lake

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambulatory OBGYN-Mirror Lake in Jackson, MS is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support routine administrative and clinical tasks. You will assist with examinations, patient intake, vitals, and documentation while maintaining accurate records and efficient workflow.

The role requires CMA/CCMA/NHA certifications and related credentials, with responsibilities spanning direct patient care, lab prep, and front-desk support. Join a busy ambulatory setting on Main Campus Jackson.

Qualifications

• CMA certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants.
• CCMA certification by the National Healthcareer Association.
• CMA certification by the National Center for Competency Testing.
• RMA certification by the American Medical Technologist.
• RMA certification by the American Association of Medical Personnel.
• RMA certification by the American Registry of Medical Assistants.
• NRCMA certification by the National Association for Health Professionals.
• RMA certification by American Allied Health.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; checks in patients and takes histories.
• Performs venipuncture, catheterization and sterile dressing changes per protocols; prepares lab specimens.
• Sets up examination rooms, sterilizes instruments, and maintains stock of meds and supplies.
• Educates patients on medical issues within guidelines.
• Handles administrative duties: phones, scheduling, and medical record/billing tasks.
• Adheres to safety, environmental and infection control policies.
• Duties may be adjusted by management as needed.

Education

CMA – AAMA

CCMA – NHA

CMA – NCCT

RMA – AMT

RMA – AAMP

RMA – ARMA

NRCMA – NAHP

RMA – AAH

Job description

Job Requisition ID: R00052304

Job Category: Allied Health

Organization: Ambulatory OBGYN-Mirror Lake

Location/s: Main Campus Jackson

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant-Mirror Lake

Job Summary:

To perform routine administrative and clinical duties to ensure orderly, efficient office operations and to assist staff with the examination and treatment of patients within university physicians.

Education & Experience

Certifications, Licenses, or Registration required:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)


• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)


• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)


• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Medical Technologist (AMT)


• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Association of Medical Personnel (AAMP)


• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)


• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) by National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)


• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Allied Health (AAH)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Interpersonal skills to interact with patients and staff. Verbal and written communication skills. Record management and accounting skills. Ability to collect, record, and maintain data.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; checks in patients, obtains medical histories, takes vital signs, prepares charts, and assists with medical examinations.


• Performs routine specialized procedures such as venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile dressing changes in accordance with established protocols; collects and prepares laboratory specimens for analysis.


• Arranges examination room for instruments and equipment; sterilizes medical instruments; dispose of contaminated supplies; and maintains stocks of medications and medical supplies.


• Educates and advises patients on specified medical issues within established guidelines.


• Performs administrative duties such as answering telephones, greeting patients, updating and filing medical records, verifying demographic and insurance information, scheduling appointments, and performing billing and bookkeeping tasks.


• Practices safety, environmental, and infection control methods.


• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, frequent exposure to biohazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, frequent work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, frequent bending, occasional lifting and