Clinical Medical Assistant- Cleveland Primary Care - Full-Time

Erlanger Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Clinical Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting patient care in a dynamic environment, where you will assist with exams, manage patient records, and ensure high standards of care are met. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in medical assisting and a commitment to delivering quality healthcare. Join a team that values collaboration and strives for excellence in patient care, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or military equivalent training.
• BLS certification required prior to assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care activities including exams and specimen collection.
• Manage records, scheduling, and insurance verification.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Clerical Duties

Aseptic Techniques

Vital Signs Measurement

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description - Clinical Medical Assistant- Cleveland Primary Care - Full-Time (43528)

Job Summary:
A certified healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients under the supervision of an RN, LPN, physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. The medical assistant supports healthcare delivery within their scope of practice in the ambulatory areas of Erlanger.

This position employs a team-based approach to care, with team members trained to meet the highest functional standards per State guidelines. They are responsible for managing the practice's patient population and participating in quality improvement and performance evaluation processes.

Education:
Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred: [Add relevant preferred education details]

Experience:
Required: Completion of an accredited program or military equivalent training, or at least one year of recent clinical medical assistant experience
Preferred: Previous MA experience, Phlebotomy skills

Position Requirements: License/Certification/Registration
Required: BLS certification completed prior to assignment and maintained thereafter
Preferred: [Include any preferred certifications, especially for DNV Advanced Specific Disease Certifications such as Orthopedics, Stroke, Spine with annual education requirements]

Department Position Summary:
The employee must demonstrate knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care, assess patient data, and interpret information to identify patient needs. Responsibilities include:

• Patient care activities such as checking schedules, assisting with exams, collecting specimens, and performing screenings
• Clerical duties like managing records, scheduling, verifying insurance, and updating charts
• Environmental responsibilities including setup, cleaning, and maintaining equipment and supplies
• Organizational duties like respecting patient rights, responding to emergencies, and reporting issues
• Medical assisting tasks per State guidelines, including aseptic techniques, vital signs, specimen collection, pharmacology, minor procedures, and laboratory testing