Medical Assistant -Neurosurgery

Community Health Systems; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). In this vital role, you will support both clinical and administrative functions, ensuring smooth clinic operations while delivering exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting with medical procedures, managing patient intake, and maintaining organized exam rooms. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact patient experiences and clinic efficiency. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• CMA or RMA certification required.
• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with clinical procedures and patient intake duties.
• Maintain exam rooms and manage clinic communications.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Knowledge of Medical Procedures

Patient Care Techniques

Education

Completion of Externship Program

0-1 Years of Experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Medical Record Systems

Job description

Job Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) provides patient care under the supervision of a medical provider. This role supports clinical and administrative functions, including assisting with medical procedures, maintaining exam rooms, managing patient intake, and ensuring efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent patient service.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, wound care, suture removal, administering injections, performing urine tests, EKGs, and applying splints or other specialty-specific tasks.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Completes daily documentation and review of required logs.
• Supports administrative tasks such as pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions clinic supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent patient service.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills for analyzing and resolving clinical and administrative challenges.
• Ability to perform care according to age-specific competencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA required or
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT required or
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)-American Medical Technologists required and
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required