Overview

Heart. Soul. Expertise. That’s what defines an Emory Medical Assistant. No matter where you are in your career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives.

Emory Healthcare is the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet®-designated hospitals as well as the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet®-designated ambulatory practice. Our Medical Assistants are integral members of inter-professional teams in hospitals and clinics that are committed to outstanding patient care. We’re eager to share what we learn with hospitals around the country, and the world. We’ve got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.

We’re defining a new standard of care for humankind. Are YOU ready to join us?

Candidate must meet the following requirements:

• Current BLS from the American Heart Association.

National Certification from one of the following organizations:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN.
• Responsible for performing routine clinical duties to include: taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by a licensed provider, RN, or LPN. May also be responsible for administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception.
• Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality.
• Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies. Follows Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and one year of medical assisting experience preferred. Certification from one of the following national organizations below as a Certified Medical Assistant. 

National Certification from one of the following organizations:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Salary Range: $16.25- $26.00/hour

• The grade and salary of the position are based on specific criteria met within the qualifications of relevant experience, skills, performance and internal equity.
• This position is eligible for shift differentials.
• Once you are in the role, you are eligible to progress to the following roles based on qualifications and department need: Intermediate Medical Assistant, Advanced Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant Proceduralist, Medical Assistant Coordinator, and Lead Medical Assistant.

Additional Details

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):

• 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.