Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Medicine

Company: WellStar Health System
Location: Smyrna
Posted on: May 8, 2022

Job Description:

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Responsibilities The Certified Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical NurseSupervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms inadvance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in themedical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatricpopulations. Performs other duties as necessary. Job Requirements: Required Minimum Education:

• High School diploma and/or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation preferred.Required Minimum Certification:
  • Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential.
  • Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association, prior to hire date.Required Minimum Experience:
    • Work experience in a practice setting preferred.
    • Specific experience in practice specialty may be required.Required Skills:
      • Must be organized and attentive to detail.
      • Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction.
      • Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills.
      • The employee should also be able to adhere to the Wellstar Credo and Code of Conduct.

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