Certified Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Piedmont Healthcare; Snellville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. In this vital role, you will be the first point of contact for patients, responsible for gathering essential medical information and ensuring accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Your responsibilities will include performing vital signs, assisting with laboratory duties, and supporting licensed staff during patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on patient experiences while working in a collaborative and supportive environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to patient well-being, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• BLS certification and AAMA certification are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet patients, document medical histories in EMR.
• Perform lab duties including phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Assist licensed staff during patient treatment and examinations.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical History Documentation

Phlebotomy

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Communication Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Program

Nursing Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

1. Meets and greets patients, obtains appropriate patient information and medical history, accurately completes and documents patient medical and physical histories and other related items in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
2. Records vital signs; performs EKG, spirometry and or other similar office procedures; aids licensed staff during treatment, examination, and or testing of patients, which may include injections and immunizations. Advises physician and or nurse of patient's adverse reaction to medication and/or treatment.
3. Performs lab duties, including but not limited to: phlebotomy, order entry, specimen collection, establishes chain of custody if applicable, and labels for delivery to appropriate authority for testing.
4. Under the supervision of a licensed personnel, distributes educational information and instructions for patient care, diagnostics, and other appropriate treatments.
5. Coordinates telephone and in-basket requests to refill prescription drug medications and report test results in accordance with provider instructions; responds accordingly to other requests under a physician or other licensed provider's guidance.
6. Prepares and maintains examination/treatment rooms, including inventory of supplies and equipment.
7. Practices Standard Precautions, including handwashing and disposal of bio-hazardous materials; complies with established risk management, HIPAA, and safety procedures.
8. Attends required meetings, in-services, and participates in committees as required.
9. Assist with administrative duties as needed, to include procedure scheduling and completion of medical and physical history forms and other related information requested by third party payors.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or GED required. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program accredited through the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP); or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES); or similarly recognized accrediting organization or completion of a Nursing Assistant program is required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
None.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
None.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
BLS required. Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or a similarly recognized certifying organization required.