Certified Medical Assistant CMA - Georgia Heart Institute GHI - General Cardiology - FT Days

About the Role

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.

Minimum Job Qualifications

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

Preferred Job Qualifications

Preferred Licensure or other certifications :

Preferred Educational Requirements :

Preferred Experience :

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

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

Physical Demands

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

Working Conditions

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.