Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Job Type
Full-time
Description
This position is a full-time, permanent onsite clinical position within Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance in Columbia, TN.
Responsibilities:

• Communicating effectively with patients, physicians, and other staff members in a professional and courteous manner.
• Politely escort patients from waiting room to exam room.
• Obtain patient medical history in electronic health records (EHR), vital signs, medication dosage and frequency, patient allergens, and assist with examinations.
• Remove casts, splints, sutures, and dressings as directed by physician.
• Prepare and assist provider with procedures if needed such as aspirations injections.
• Updating patient's chart under the direction of the provider during patient visits, recording detailed information into the electronic health records (EHR) system, including medical histories, physical examinations, and treatment plans while using medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Entering E&M/CPT codes and submitting charges to the coding department.
• Document and provide patients with clear instructions regarding their care plan.
• Provide patient education and review home exercise programs.
• Review patient charts for completeness.
• Clean and sanitize exam rooms in between patient visits.

Requirements

• The American Registry of Medical Assistants, National Healthcareer Association, American Association of Medical Assistants, National Center for Competency Testing, or American Medical Technologists or License Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using NextGen or electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Detailed oriented.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k match with employee contribution and discretionary profit-sharing
• Paid Time Off (which increases with years of service)
• Paid Holidays

TOA Columbia is an equal opportunity employer. TOA Columbia conducts background checks on applicants who accept employment offers. TOA Columbia adheres to HIPAA and OSHA safety guidelines.
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