Remote Certified Medical Assistant

Vaco; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Discretionary Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support medical abstraction and indexing remotely, with initial on-site onboarding within one hour of Jacksonville, FL. The role demands accuracy in abstracting clinical data and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

The position transitions to full remote work after onboarding, with responsibilities in reviewing EHRs, indexing records, and ensuring data integrity across platforms while meeting productivity goals.

Qualifications

• Active CMA certification.
• Must reside within 1 hour of Jacksonville, FL.
• Full-time schedule: 40 hours/week.
• Recent healthcare-related work within the last 6 months.
• Strong data entry and computer proficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Abstract and index data from patient medical records.
• Review and document information in EHR/EMR systems.
• Transfer and reconcile data between paper charts and electronic records.
• Navigate multiple EHR/EMR platforms while preserving data integrity.
• Meet productivity and quality metrics in a remote environment.
• Comply with HIPAA and HITECH data privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve documentation issues.

Job description

Job Title: Remote Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Medical Abstraction & Indexing

Location: Remote (Must reside within 1 hour of Jacksonville, FL)

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Summary

Vaco is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support medical abstraction and indexing services in a remote environment. This role is responsible for reviewing, abstracting, and accurately documenting clinical information from medical records while ensuring compliance with healthcare privacy regulations.

Candidates must live within a one-hour commuting distance of Jacksonville, Florida, to participate in required on-site orientation, equipment pick-up, and training. Following successful completion of onboarding, this position will be fully remote.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Abstract and index clinical data from patient medical records.
• Review, analyze, and accurately document medical information within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
• Transfer and reconcile patient information between paper charts and electronic records.
• Navigate multiple EHR/EMR platforms while maintaining data integrity and accuracy.
• Meet productivity and quality metrics in a remote work environment.
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA and HITECH guidelines regarding patient confidentiality and data security.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve documentation discrepancies and support project objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.
• Must reside within a one-hour commuting distance of Jacksonville, FL.
• Availability to work a full-time schedule of 40 hours per week.
• Recent healthcare-related work experience within the last six months.
• Strong computer proficiency and data entry skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medical documentation and EMR/EHR systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Medical transcription experience.
• Experience in nursing, cardiology, multi-specialty practices, or medical billing and coding.
• Prior experience with medical abstraction and indexing projects.

Cardiology Experience

Candidates must possess:

• Prior cardiology experience.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular terminology and procedures.
• Understanding of various cardiology testing and procedure types.Ability to accurately identify and abstract cardiology-specific clinical information from medical records.

Training & Onboarding

Required On-Site Activities:

• Equipment pick-up
• New hire orientation
• Initial training (approximately 5 days)

Post-Training Work Arrangement:

• Fully remote after successful completion of onboarding requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to:

• Experience and qualifications
• Certifications and licensure
• Skill set and training
• Geographic location
• Business and organizational needs

Eligible employees may also participate in:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunities