Certified Medical Assistant CMA
Estimated Pay | $38 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Savannah, Georgia |
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About this job
Job Description
We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to become a part of our team! You will perform routine administrative and clinical assignments to keep the medical facility running smoothly.
Responsibilities:
Provide basic patient care and treatment as ordered by the physician, nurse practitioner or physician's assistant
Perform EKG, REE, PFT, AAA, ABI, Diabetic Eye Exam testing in the office setting
Collaborate with providers to administer injectable medications
Schedule follow up and yearly appointments upon check-out as ordered by the provider
Educate and update patients on medications, medical treatments and diabetic monitoring equipment as ordered by the provider
Authorize refills of medications to requested pharmacy as authorized by the provider
Coordinate with assigned provider for continuity of care for patients.
Communicate with patients regarding lab results
Perform routine clinical tasks to support medical staff
Obtain vital signs and enter into electronic health record system during visit
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in Medical Assisting in the office setting or other medical fields is a plus but not required.
- Must be able to build rapport with patients with a compassionate and caring demeanor and work independently or as a team.
- Familiarity with medical billing procedures
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with medical terminology and excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with providers as a patient advocate are necessary.