Orthopedics CMA Lead

Mountain Management Services; Ringgold (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Management Services, parent for CommonSpirit Medical Group - Orthopedics - Ringgold, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant Lead (CMA) to mentor staff and oversee front/back office operations.

You will perform preliminary physicals, measure vitals, greet patients, and support providers. The role requires leadership, clinical knowledge, and commitment to compassionate patient care in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as CMA/CCMA/NHA/NCCT/NAHP/AMT required upon hire.
• At least 4 years Medical Assistant experience.
• BLS/CPR required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide back office staff in monitoring and expediting workflow.
• Handle medical supply inventory, orders, and cost control.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respirations.
• May draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for lab analysis.
• Administer medications and/or vaccines as ordered.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Mentorship

Clinical knowledge

Technological fluency

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CMA/CCMA/NHA/NCCT/NAHP/AMT certification

CPR/BLS certification

Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training

Tools

Electronic health record (EHR) experience

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Certified Medical Assistant Lead (CMA) at CommonSpirit Medical Group - Orthopedics - Ringgold, you take a leadership role in the department, acting as a trainer, resource and mentor for other Medical Assistants and staff.

Every day, you will accurately preform preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical knowledge, technological fluency, genuine compassion for patient well-being, and an adaptable spirit keen on continuous learning and collaborative teamwork.

• Direct and guide back office staff in monitoring and expediting workflow.
• Handle medical supply inventory, orders, and cost control.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate or High School GED and
• May require specialized training, such as Non-Certified Radiologic Technician.
• Certified Medical Assistant AAMA, upon hire or
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, upon hire or
• Certified Medical Assistant NHA, upon hire or
• National Certified Medical Assistant NCCT, upon hire or
• National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant NAHP, upon hire or
• Registered Medical Assistant AMT, upon hire or
• Registered Medical Assistant, upon hire or
• 4 years Medical Assistant experience required
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days

Preferred

• Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant course or Exam
• Electronic health record experience

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Medical Group (Mountain Management Services) is a leading provider of comprehensive office management services and affiliated physicians in Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. Our award-winning, faith-based organization is dedicated to supporting the delivery of exceptional healthcare in the region. We are proud to be consistently recognized for excellence by organizations like U.S. News & World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are honored to be your trusted ally in health, dedicated to serving our community with compassion and excellence.