Pediatrics CMA: Impactful Outpatient Care & Team Support

Medical Associates Plus; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical Associates Plus is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care in an outpatient setting. The role involves clinical, administrative, and technical tasks under supervision, with emphasis on teamwork and effective communication across providers, staff, and patients.

Responsibilities include assisting with vital signs, medication administration, venipuncture, EKGs, and accurate EHR documentation, while upholding HIPAA and OSHA standards and participating in care

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical procedures, medical terminology, and patient care in outpatient settings.
• Familiarity with infection prevention, OSHA standards, and safe clinical practices.
• Understanding of HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical workflows.
• Knowledge of vaccination protocols and basic pharmacology.
• Ability to support care coordination and patient service principles.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with direct patient care, including vital signs and histories.
• Administer medications as ordered by a physician or mid-level provider.
• Perform venipuncture, EKGs, IV starts (as supervised), and other diagnostic tasks.
• Document care accurately in the EHR and maintain patient records.
• Provide patient education, discharge instructions, and assist with referrals.
• Monitor patients for clinical changes and report concerns promptly.
• Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and report equipment issues.
• Uphold infection control standards and comply with OSHA/HIPAA.
• Support quality improvement and customer service initiatives.
• Communicate professionally with patients, staff, and external contacts.
• Promote Patient-Centered Medical Home principles and care integration.
• Maintain punctual and reliable attendance to meet department needs.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Infection control

HIPAA compliance

EHR familiarity

Customer service

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant program completion

Certification: AAMA, AMT, or NCCT preferred

CPR/BLS certification preferred

Phlebotomy, EKG, pharmacology, diagnostic testing training preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Medical Associates Plus is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care in an outpatient setting. The role involves clinical, administrative, and technical tasks under supervision, with emphasis on teamwork and effective communication across providers, staff, and patients.

Responsibilities include assisting with vital signs, medication administration, venipuncture, EKGs, and accurate EHR documentation, while upholding HIPAA and OSHA standards and participating in care