What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant - CMA - Cardiology position at Vetted Solutions?
Role Overview: This position involves providing outpatient clinical and administrative support as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Performing direct patient care such as preparing patients, taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, and supporting patient safety and privacy.
- Conducting clinical tasks including EKGs, wound dressings, phlebotomy, and specimen collection, adhering to policies and demonstrating competency.
- Supporting administrative functions like patient scheduling, documentation, billing inquiries, referrals, and coordinating communication between patients and providers.
- Maintaining infection control protocols, sterilizing instruments, and ensuring exam rooms are ready and disinfected.
- Assisting with orientation of new staff and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
- High school diploma or GED required; specialty training preferred.
- Certified or registered as a Medical Assistant by recognized governing bodies such as NHA, AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, AAH, or AMCA.
- Strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.