Certified Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

ScionHealth; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for their Orthopedics department in Columbus, GA. The ideal candidate will perform clinical and administrative duties to support high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with patient preparation, taking vital signs, and handling front-office tasks. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and experience to excel in this role.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Preferred: 6 months of medical assistant experience in clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for examination and procedures.
• Document vital signs, medical history, and assist physicians.
• Perform front desk duties including scheduling and registration.

Skills

Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Customer service orientation

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a team-based environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Proficiency with EMR systems

General office equipment

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Description

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

• The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) performs both clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced healthcare setting to support the delivery of high-quality patient care
• Responsibilities include assisting with patient preparation, vital signs, data collection, medication administration, and front-office tasks including scheduling and patient communications
  
  

Essential Functions

• Greets and prepares patients for examination and procedures
• Takes and documents vital signs, medical history, and other pertinent data
• Assists physicians with exams, procedures, and treatments
• Administers injections, performs waived lab tests, and collects specimens
• Documents all clinical care and updates patient records accurately and timely
• Performs front desk duties including scheduling, registration, answering phones, and handling prescription requests
• Calls in prescriptions, obtains prior authorizations, and facilitates communication between patient and provider
• Ensures cleanliness, stocking, and organization of exam rooms, labs, and supplies
• Provides patient education under physician direction
• Maintains logs, performs sterilization of instruments, and ensures equipment is functioning properly
  
  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of basic medical terminology, anatomy, and infection control
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Customer service orientation and ability to work in a team-based environment
• Proficiency with EMR systems and general office equipment
• Ability to lift patients, push/pull equipment, and stand or walk for extended periods
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required
  
  

Licenses/Certification

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent through AAMA, AMT, NHA, NAHP, or AAH required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience in a clinical setting preferred
• Two (2) years of physician office or hospital-based experience preferred
• Familiarity with specialty practice protocols preferred
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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