What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at First Care Medical Center, PC?
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), where your expertise will directly enhance patient care and streamline clinical operations. In this vital role, you will work closely with healthcare providers to deliver exceptional medical services across diverse specialties, including dermatology, internal medicine, urgent care, and hospital medicine. Your proactive approach and compassionate attitude will ensure patients receive timely, respectful, and comprehensive support in a fast-paced environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.
Duties
- Perform patient intake procedures, including recording vital signs, medical history, and current symptoms with accuracy and professionalism
- Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety at all times
- Conduct phlebotomy for blood draws and prepare specimens for laboratory testing following proper protocols
- Manage electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), ensuring precise documentation of medical encounters, medication administration, and procedural notes
- Support medical office operations by scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling administrative tasks such as ICD coding and medical documentation
- Provide patient education on treatment plans, medication usage, and follow-up care to promote health literacy and adherence
- Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment adhering to infection control standards and hospital policies
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and ICD coding systems
- Proven experience in medical assisting within dermatology, emergency medicine, inpatient settings, or hospital environments such as Level I Trauma Centers or ORs
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems for accurate data entry and management of electronic health records (EHR) management
- Strong patient service skills with the ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and effectively across diverse populations including geriatrics and medically complex patients
- Ability to perform clinical procedures such as vital signs measurement, medication administration, basic life support (BLS), and phlebotomy with precision
- Familiarity with medical office management tasks including appointment scheduling, insurance documentation, ICD coding, and medical records handling
- Experience in hospital medicine or urgent care settings is highly desirable to excel in fast-paced environments requiring quick thinking and adaptability
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact patient outcomes! We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values your professional growth while ensuring you have the resources needed to succeed. Join us in delivering outstanding healthcare services—your expertise makes all the difference!
Pay: From $14.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15