Job Details
Qualifications
- CPR Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant
- Communication skills
- Documentation review
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
Job Description
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Job Title:
Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant
Department:
Mercer Medicine
College/Division:
School Of Medicine
Primary Job Posting Location:
Hamilton, GA 31811
Additional Job Posting Locations:
(Other locations that this position could be based)
Job Details:
The Mercer Medicine clinic in Hamilton, Georgia is searching for a Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant.
Responsibilities:
This candidate, under the supervision and collaboration with the overseeing physicians will perform annual wellness visits, to include ordering appropriate lab screening tests and immunizations based upon the physician's protocols. In addition, this candidate is expected to demonstrate the ability to multi-task by working with multiple patients, handling multiple phone calls to include appointment related calls, refills, referrals and authorizations. Display flexibility by working with other positions and serving in a backup role for the Front Desk Support Specialist, which includes but is not limited to, checking in patients, updating patient information, taking payments, scheduling, and completing forms. Responsible for EMR documentation, patient work up to include vitals, updating patient information and patient education. This candidate is expected to perform all other assigned tasks within the scope of their certification.
Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and at least six months of healthcare experience are required. Candidates for the Certified Medical Assistant position must have a current national CMA certification. Phlebotomy experience is required for CMAs but is preferred for MAs. CPR certification must be earned within 6 months of start date. Candidates with a current CPR certification are preferred. In addition, candidates must know how to use a computer in order to check patients in and out, to post payments, and to scan. Candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. Must have experience with an electronic medical record system, preferably EMD and/or Eclinical Works.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to multi-task with office functions of medical practice.
Ability to operate basic office equipment: computers, fax, scanner, copier, multi-line phone, etc. Skill in oral and written communication, including interviewing to gather medical histories, excellent documentation skills to accurately capture and reflect data obtained, and ability to effectively communication among providers.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply physicians protocol, guidelines and recommendations.
Ability to work as a member of a team and autonomously; flexibility with various job requirements, positive attitude, initiative, willingness to learn and perform new task.
Ability to interpret, adapt and apply physicians protocol, guidelines and recommendations.
Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History
- Resume
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information
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Job Family:
Staff Clinical Services Non-exempt
EEO Statement:
AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability
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