Certified/Registered Medical Assistant- Ambulatory Clinic

Atrium Health Floyd; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 30,100 - 45,185; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Atrium Health Floyd in Rome, Georgia is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to provide essential patient care and support in a clinical setting. The role involves performing various medical tasks, including taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, and maintaining patient records.

This position requires a High School Diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and excellent communication skills. Eligible candidates will enjoy benefits like paid time off, health insurance, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform routine technical skills post-competency.
• Excellent communication with diverse patients and team members.
• Proficient in navigating Windows and using electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope and maintains competency.
• Performs vital signs and medication reconciliation tasks.
• Assists with procedures and administers medications safely.

Skills

Communication and interpersonal skills

Technical skills within Medical Assistant scope

Customer service skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Department & Location

02250 FLMG Rome Obstetrics 15 Riverbend Dr - Obstetrics/Gynecology

Position Details

Status: Full time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours per Week: 37
Schedule Details: Monday through Thursday 0800‑1700, Fridays 0800‑1300. Rotating late day once per week.
Pay Range: $21.85 - $32.80

Major Responsibilities

• Adheres to Medical Assistant scope of practice, follows all policies and procedures, and maintains training and competency based on area of specialty when providing patient care.
• Performs rooming/visit tasks such as vital signs, medication reconciliation, medical history, health maintenance, allergy review, and screenings (depression, suicide, falls, social drivers of health, etc.).
• Assists provider with or performs procedures as ordered.
• Performs lab related duties such as venipuncture, specimen collection/labeling/packing, preparation of lab orders/requisitions, and results tracking. POCT per standing order/provider order. Completes CLIA approved waived laboratory tests and practice‑specific diagnostic testing in adherence to CLIA standards.
• Administers medications and vaccines safely following the rights of medication administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned such as medication refills, insurance authorizations, safety/regulatory log completion, patient messaging, medication/supply ordering, appointment scheduling, and referrals.
• Cross‑trained to perform duties that are relevant to specialty or clinic practice within the scope of the Medical Assistant.
• Demonstrates effective and timely communication, teamwork, and appropriate escalation.
• Maintains a clean work environment ensuring instruments and equipment are cleaned appropriately. Ensures equipment and supplies are in working order, and areas are appropriately stocked.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age‑specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age‑specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or may have completed structured military training which is clinical in nature per DD214 in lieu of a formal medical assistant program or EMT.

Certifications / Licenses

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required.
• Successful completion of Atrium Health’s competency assessment.

Experience

• No experience required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform routine and complex technical skills, within the Medical Assistant scope of practice after demonstrated competency.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, team members and physicians.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.
• Demonstrates customer service skills that support a positive patient experience.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other team member, when available.
• Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine‑hand manipulation skills.
• Will be exposed to the following hazards on a frequent basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, blood and body fluids. Will be required to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Benefits & Compensation

Compensation:

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Benefits And More:

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.