Job Category:
Physician Services / Physician Clinics
Work Shift/Schedule:
8 Hr Morning - Afternoon
Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a crucial role at NGHS by providing both clinical and administrative support to medical professionals. Responsibilities entail a mix of patient care, clerical duties, and assisting practitioners with medical procedures. This position requires certification and often involves working in various healthcare settings such as hospitals, private practices, and clinics.
Licensure or other certifications: Active Registry or Certification as a Medical Assistant through a recognized certification body. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED
Minimum Experience:
Other:
Preferred Licensure or other certifications:
Preferred Educational Requirements:
Preferred Experience:
Other:
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in medical terminology and procedures
Ability to multitask and prioritize various responsibilities
Attention to detail and accuracy
Competency in using medical software and electronic health records
Problem-solving skills and critical thinking
Empathy and a patient-centered approach to care
Taking patient histories and vital signs
Preparing patients for examination
Assisting physicians during exams and procedures
Collecting and processing laboratory specimens
Administering medications as directed by the physician
Performing basic laboratory tests
Instructing patients about medication and special diets
Removing sutures and changing dressings
Facilitating patient education and promoting health habits
Greeting and assisting patients as they arrive
Scheduling appointments and managing calendars
Maintaining patient records and filing documents
Managing correspondence and communication
Coordinating referrals and follow-up care
Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and policies
Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time
Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%
Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65%
Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%
Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30%
Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving
Certified Medical Assistants work in a dynamic and often fast-paced environment. They may be required to stand for long periods, move and lift patients, and handle stressful situations with professionalism and composure. The nature of the job involves direct patient interaction, which requires a high degree of empathy and patience.
Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.
NGHS: Opportunities start here.
Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.