Medical Assistant

Emory Healthcare; Smyrna (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in outpatient care. You will take vital signs, collect specimens, perform basic diagnostic tests, and help maintain examination rooms and schedules.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and medical assisting certification; BLS is required. Orientation and annual skills competency training are part of the job.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• One year work experience preferred.
• AHA BLS certification required for hire and maintained.
• Certification CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA required.
• Preferred CMA or RMA in CMA/RMA noted.
• Must successfully complete orientation and annual skills competency.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and observation duties under direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• Take vital signs and collect specimens; perform basic diagnostic tests.
• Administer limited medications per policy; draw blood; sterilize equipment.
• Maintain exam rooms and patient charts; support front desk duties as needed.
• Respond to patient requests and reinforce patient education; assist in emergencies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AHA BLS certification

CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA certification

Basic computer skills

Orientation & skills competency completion

Job description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN. Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include, but not limited to, taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting. As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction. Assists in emergency situations as directed by an licensed provider, RN, or LPN. May also be responsible for some administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception. Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality. Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards. Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies. All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• One year work experience preferred.
• Current AHA BLS certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Current certification as one of the following is required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA.
• Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):

20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.