Certified Medical Assistant

Are you passionate about helping people and looking to further your career in the healthcare industry? If so, we’re looking for you.

We are a busy multi-specialty orthopedic office in need of a reliable medical assistant who can provide first-class care to our patients.

You’ll be responsible for working closely with our healthcare staff to take patient histories, provide aftercare instructions, and help with examinations and / or prepare medications.

Jobseekers should have great communication skills to build a great rapport with patients and have some experience with DME, orthopedics, and or pain management. Responsibilities :

• Draw blood and prepare blood samples for laboratory tests
• Help healthcare staff during examination by handing the correct supplies and medical instruments to the physician, positioning the patient, and assisting with other tasks as needed
• Take the patient’s vital signs including their pulse, body temperature, respiration rate, and blood pressure and record it in their chart
• Complete the patient’s insurance forms in their records, notating all symptoms, test results, diagnoses, treatment instructions, and prescriptions
• Discuss patient information, medical history, and the reason for their visit to share with the healthcare staff
• Make sure examination rooms are ready for patients by ensuring they’re well-stocked and at a comfortable temperature and that all equipment is sterilized Qualifications :
• Able to use a computer to complete administrative tasks
• High school graduate or has GED
• 1 year of prior experience as in a medical assisting role performing administrative duties or similar position in a healthcare work environment
• Has Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or other certifying agency
• Solid communication and customer service skills Compensation : $20 - $24 hourly
15 days ago