Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatric & Primary Care

J.C. Lewis Primary Healthcare Center; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

J.C. Lewis Primary Healthcare Center in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking a skilled Certified Medical Assistant to join its healthcare team. The ideal candidate will assist physicians in providing exceptional patient care and perform various clinical and administrative duties.

Key responsibilities involve taking medical histories, preparing examination rooms, administering medications, and maintaining patient records. Candidates must have certification from an accredited institution, a high school diploma, CPR certification, and strong communication skills. Bilingual abilities and pediatric experience are pluses.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited institution.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nurses during examinations and procedures.
• Take patient medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepare examination rooms and ensure cleanliness.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and procedures.
• Administer medications and injections under supervision.
• Provide patient education and instructions.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records using EMR systems.
• Handle administrative tasks like answering phones.
• Adhere to safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA)

High school diploma or equivalent

Current CPR certification

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR) systems

Job description

J.C. Lewis Primary Healthcare Center in Savannah, Georgia, is seeking a skilled Certified Medical Assistant to join its healthcare team. The ideal candidate will assist physicians in providing exceptional patient care and perform various clinical and administrative duties.

Key responsibilities involve taking medical histories, preparing examination rooms, administering medications, and maintaining patient records. Candidates must have certification from an accredited institution, a high school diploma, CPR certification, and strong communication skills. Bilingual abilities and pediatric experience are pluses.