Certified Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinic Support

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the PAV Medicine Clinic Suite G. The role combines clinical duties with administrative responsibilities to support efficient patient care.

The ideal candidate holds CMA/CCMA or similar credential and demonstrates strong data management, command of medical terminology, and patient interaction skills. This on-site position offers day shifts and opportunities within a large academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Certification and licenses required as CMA/CCMA or equivalent.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Strong computer, data collection, and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care and related tasks; checks in patients, records histories, takes vitals, prepares charts.
• Conducts routine procedures such as venipuncture, catheterization, and sterile dressing changes per protocol.
• Prepares examination rooms, sterilizes instruments, and maintains stock of supplies; disposes of contaminated materials.

Skills

Anatomy & physiology knowledge

Medical terminology

Patient interaction

Verbal & written communication

Record management

Billing & bookkeeping basics

Education

CMA/CCMA or equivalent certification (AAMA, NHA, NCCT, AMT, AAMP, ARMA, NAHP, AAH)

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for the PAV Medicine Clinic Suite G. The role combines clinical duties with administrative responsibilities to support efficient patient care.

The ideal candidate holds CMA/CCMA or similar credential and demonstrates strong data management, command of medical terminology, and patient interaction skills. This on-site position offers day shifts and opportunities within a large academic medical center.