Medical Assistant - Paces Ferry

City of Hope; Newnan (GA); In loco; USD 35.000 - 48.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

City of Hope is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical teams at our Paces Ferry location, with training in Newnan. The role involves vital signs, injections, specimen collection, documenting in EMR, and patient preparation for visits.

Ideal candidates have CMA certification, active BLS, and at least 2 years of MA experience. This PRN position offers 8am-5pm hours on M-W-Th and requires a high school diploma. Training will occur in Newnan before working at Paces Ferry.

Competenze

• Must hold a current Certified Medical Assistant credential.
• Active BLS/CPR certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Mansioni

• Obtain and document vital signs, blood sugars, pain levels and patient data.
• Perform peripheral labs and administer vaccines as directed.
• Document care and data in the medical record accurately.
• Answer phones, coordinate with nurses and providers, and schedule reminders.
• Enter orders into the EMR and coordinate prescriptions as directed.

Conoscenze

Certified Medical Assistant

BLS

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Medical Assistant - Paces Ferry

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

THIS POSITION IS IN PACES FERRY BUT THE TRAINING WILL BE IN OUR NEWNAN LOCATION

Must be a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant and have an active BLS (AHA)

This is a PRN position with Hours 8am-5pm M-W-Th

• Delivers compassionate care to patients by assisting with clinical tasks, preforming support services for clinical staff and providing direct interaction with patients and their caregivers

• Obtains and documents vital signs, blood sugars, pain levels, patient data, and medication lists. Performs peripheral lab draws and administers vaccines including influenza and pneumococcal.

• Reports to the licensed nurse, physician, or advanced practice provider any changes in patient status, behavior, and abnormal findings of data or incidents.

• Documents accurately in the medical record the care that was delivered, activities completed, and other data that is collected for the patient.

• Answer phones courteously, collaborates with nurse and/or provider to manage phone calls, and makes clinic pre-appointment reminder calls to patients.

• Enters orders into the electronic medical record on behalf of the provider at the direction of the provider. Coordinates prescription refills and requests as directed/ordered by provider. Distributes educational information and instructions for patient care, diagnostics, and treatments to patients and caretakers as directed by provider in preparation for tests, procedures and treatments.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 years prior experience as a Medical Assistant preferred

Licensure Requirements:

• MUST be a registered or certified Medical Assistant

• Current BLS required

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.