Job Description:
Summary:
The Medical Assistant, Certified/Registered will work under the supervision of a Physician or their designee. The Certified/ Registered Medical Assistant is responsible for patient care assigned to that position. One of the primary responsibilities of the medical assistant is to follow assigned duties outlined by specific physicians. The assistant should possess a basic knowledge of clinical principals and procedures and demonstrate skills and techniques of good patient care. The duties and expectations will ensure a standard of patient care. As additional duties develop, the assistant should document and update the list of required responsibilities on competency check list. The physician and his/her assistant should have a partnership relationship that enhances the overall medical treatment of each patient. This position will demonstrate competency in the care of patients of infants, adolescent, adults and geriatrics.
This position may also assist providers in documenting clinical interactions with patients, filling out paperwork, summaries and referral letters after a visit and entering data into medical records.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Certificate (GED or HISET) or confirmation of three years of experience in hospital/medical setting. Individuals who are at least 17 years of age, in the senior year of high school, and within 6 months of graduation where diploma is anticipated may be considered.Completion of a medical assisting program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education (ABHES), or the National Healthcare Association and have successfully passed the Certification Exam from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
Licenses and Certifications:
Certified/Registered Medical Assistant certification/registration is required for this positionAHA BLS is required for direct patient care provider
Work Requirements:
Shift: Day
On Call: No
Weekends: No
Travel Required: No
Location:
Johnson City Medical Center