Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Admin Support

20 Northeast Georgia Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support across hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The CMA will perform patient intake, vitals, exam support, specimen handling, and patient education while ensuring accurate recordkeeping and compliance with regulations.

The role requires active CMA certification and current BLS or approval to obtain within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Active Registry or Certification as a Medical Assistant through a recognized certification body.
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum Experience: Other:

Responsibilities

• Taking patient histories and vital signs
• Preparing patients for examination
• Assisting physicians during exams and procedures
• Collecting and processing laboratory specimens
• Administering medications as directed by the physician
• Performing basic laboratory tests
• Instructing patients about medication and special diets
• Removing sutures and changing dressings
• Facilitating patient education and promoting health habits
• Greeting and assisting patients as they arrive
• Scheduling appointments and managing calendars
• Maintaining patient records and filing documents
• Managing correspondence and communication
• Coordinating referrals and follow-up care
• Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and policies

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Electronic health records

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Patient education

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Medical software

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support across hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The CMA will perform patient intake, vitals, exam support, specimen handling, and patient education while ensuring accurate recordkeeping and compliance with regulations.

The role requires active CMA certification and current BLS or approval to obtain within 30 days.