What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) position at Premier Foot & Ankle Care?
Job Summary:
Medical Assistant: Assists physician and other medical staff by performing administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the physician. Administrative duties may include but are not limited to: scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, responding to patient phone calls/requests. Clinical duties may include but are not limited to: preparing treatment room for patient exams/procedures, recording patient medical history, performing patient x-rays, and cleaning/sterilizing medical equipment.
General Responsibilities:
● Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs (weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature) and document all relevant medical information in patient’s chart.
● Ensure all related reports, labs and information is filled out and available in patient’s medical records prior to their appointment.
● Secures patient information and maintains patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records; keeping patient information confidential.
● Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations/procedures; Assist physician as needed.
● Cleans treatment rooms following patient examinations; Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
● Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, perform sterilization as required; Properly disposes of contaminated supplies
● Maintains supply stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
● Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. expired medications, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.)
● Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy calls
● Removes sutures, changes dressings, perform professional foot care, perform patient x-rays.
Job Qualifications:
● Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent substitute. Completion of Medical Assistant Program.
● Minimum Certifications and/or Licenses: CPR certification required; certification as a medical assistant (CMA) preferred.
● Minimum Skills: Experience with EMR, MS Word, Excel.
Skills:
● Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
● Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and effectively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions; Demonstrates presentation skills.
● Written Communication - Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Presents data efficiently; Able to read and interpret written information.
● Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes the schedule of the back office to allow for efficient work flow.
● Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to handle frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
● Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives.
● Professionalism – Maintains a clean and professional appearance; Approaches others in a polite and tactful manner; Retains composure and reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
● Safety and Security - Observes safety protocols; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CCMA Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $25