Certified Medical Assistant - Physician Practice

UNC Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider, UNC Health, is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their team in Asheville. The role involves vital patient care duties, including documentation, specimen collection, and assisting with procedures. Ideal candidates will have a valid Medical Assistant certification and prior clinical experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant certification required.
• Experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview and care for patients in clinical settings.
• Perform vital sign measurements and assist providers.
• Document care in electronic medical records (EMR).

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant - Physician Practice

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Description

Job Summary

The CMA interviews and initiates care for patients who visit our clinics and plays key roles in the care provided, up to and including specimen collection and delivery of test results.

Essential Job Duties

• Interviews patients to collect and document history of present illness (HPI), medication reconciliation, history of allergies.
• Performs vital sign measurement and any standard testing per clinic procedures
• Coordinates and performs follow-on procedures as directed by a provider, including but not limited to onsite testing, specimen collection, and wound care.
• Assists with provider-performed procedures such as suture application or splints
• Communicates with patients in a timely and effective manner regarding their care. Notifies patients of test and lab results. Patiently and clearly explains practice policies and procedures using cultural competency and active listening.
• Documents care into electronic medical recordkeeping system (EMR). Ensures completion of necessary documentation and forms.
• Collects and prepares testing specimens as needed for transport to offsite laboratory.
• Maintains and monitors consumable supplies and medications for effective ongoing clinical operations.
• Promotes a safe, clean and secure clinical environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Must hold a current Medical Assistant certification. Accepted forms of the credential are:
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) as issued by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) as issued by American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) as issued by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Medical Assistant (NCMA) as issued by yjr National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) as issued by the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
• BLS certification
• Position will require the ability to lift supplies and equipment regularly and navigate clinical area actively throughout work.
  
  

Preferred

• Prior work experience in a clinical setting.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services, Hospitals and Health Care, and Medical Practices

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