Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Kennesaw Urgent Care

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) provides support to physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care delivery. The MA works closely with patients, handling both front- and back-office functions in a fast-paced medical setting. The Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Nurse Supervisor and/or Practice/Office Manager.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Gathers and records vital signs and other pertinent patient information for the visit
• Prepares patients for exams and assists during treatments
• Coordinates tests and follow-up care and records treatment in the medical record
• Provides patient care in accordance with recognized clinical practice guidelines and AAMA standards
• Adheres to federal, state, and local laws and organizational standards for clinical care
• Rotates among clinical and non-clinical service areas such as lab, x-ray, and front office
• Provides relationship-based, patient-centered care adapted to cultural diversity
• Registers patient upon entry to the facility
• Prepares rooms and equipment and aids physicians/APPs with treatment of patients
• Carries out orders generated from the office visit and responds to patient requests
• Maintains the safety needs of the patient at all times
• Collaborates with providers, nurses, and clinical staff to uphold continuity of care
• Participates in daily huddles, staff meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
• May serve as a preceptor and assist with cross-training of team members
• Completes professional competency assessments and required education
• Supports efficient use of material resources and minimizes waste
• Performs x-ray procedures, prepares and positions patients, ensures radiation protection
• Processes images and reviews for quality control and maintains logs and documentation
• Starts lab equipment daily, maintains logs, and performs specimen collection including phlebotomy and Point of Care testing
• Performs laboratory tests, orders and stocks supplies, and performs daily quality control and cleaning

Required Minimum Education

High School Diploma / GED or Certificate in Medical Assisting.

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

• BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS or BLS-I
• CMA - Cert Medical Assistant or NRCMA (NAHP) or NCMA or RMA or CCMA

Additional License(s) and Certification(s)

Current certification from one of the following medical assisting credentialing bodies: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), NAHP (NRCMA) upon hire required.

Required Minimum Experience

Experience in the physician practice setting, urgent care setting, performing phlebotomy, and performing x-rays preferred. Will provide training within the first 90 days.

Required Minimum Skills

• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language; basic computer skills required
• Must be organized and attentive to detail
• Ability to engage in teamwork and maintain positive working relationships