Certified Medical Assistant: Patient-Centered Clinic Support

East Arkansas Family Health Center Inc; Blytheville (AR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Wellness benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Hospital indemnity

Critical illness coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

East Arkansas Family Health Center is seeking a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our clinical team in Blytheville, Arkansas. The CMA will assist providers, perform clinical tasks, and support our Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Qualifications include a CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent certification and CPR certification. A high school diploma and completion of an accredited CMA program are required. EMR proficiency is preferred as part of daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent) required.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and prepare patients for examinations and treatments.
• Assist providers during examinations, procedures, and minor office surgeries.
• Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, and clinical information in the EMR.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by providers.
• Perform clinical procedures including specimen collection, hearing and vision screenings, PFT, swabs, and other approved activities.
• Coordinate referrals, testing, medication refills, and follow-up appointments.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient medical records.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies per infection control standards.
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Complete competency training and continuing education.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Patient-centered care

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

East Arkansas Family Health Center is seeking a compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our clinical team in Blytheville, Arkansas. The CMA will assist providers, perform clinical tasks, and support our Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Qualifications include a CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent certification and CPR certification. A high school diploma and completion of an accredited CMA program are required. EMR proficiency is preferred as part of daily operations.