CMA / CNA (General Surgery)

Join to apply for the CMA / CNA (General Surgery) role at Pinehurst Surgical ClinicGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.DescriptionCome work in an environment where you are appreciated and respected. The clinical staff in General Surgery work as a team to give the best care possible to every patient that enters our department. We have high standards and want the best. If you have excellent oral and written communication skills, are competent at working at the top of your skill set, like to take initiative, and integrity is important to you, apply and send your resume.SummaryIn General Surgery, patient care is always our Number 1 priority. Everything we do comes from a place of compassion and anizational RelationshipsAccountable to the Clinical Department ManagerPosition RequirementsPatient Satisfaction/Responding to PatientsAdequate scheduling of time off / limit unscheduled absencesRespond to telephone inquiries relating to department servicesReturn patient calls promptlyProvide a clean and comfortable environment for patientsPerform all duties in a safe, timely, and efficient mannerPrepare patients for examinationsGreet and check-in patientsFollow patient verification protocolProvide a high level of customer serviceAccurately obtain vitals (blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature)Accurately obtain patient height, weight, medication list, and allergiesAssist with chart preparation; duties can vary by department. Training, validation, and documentation of competencies by a Registered Nurse or physician is required prior to delegation of tasks. Delegation of duties is not permitted until CMA/CNA has satisfactorily completed their 90-day probationary period.Maintain rooms, equipment and suppliesClean rooms and change linens per clinic policyEmpty exam rooms of instruments that need to be cleaned; secure nurse’s station cabinets nightlyDispose of all biohazard material per clinic policySterilize and clean equipment and supplies per established protocols; ability to sterilize requires appropriate training and sign-off by a Registered Nurse or CSTEnsure maintenance of equipment is maintainedClean exam room and nurses station counters and chairs per clinic policySafety: Ensure patient and staff safetyFollow OSHA guidelinesFollow universal precautions when caring for patients; use PPE as directedFollow all PSC policies when caring for patientsProvide wheelchairs and assist patients with ambulation as neededAsk for assistance when needed for lifting or transferring patientsAbility to recognize mistakes and communicate immediately to supervising MD, DO, Clinical Lead and Dept ManagerProactively assist in fiscal management of clinic resourcesAssist with maintaining established par levels on regularly used suppliesAvoid the need to overnight items or pay increased shipping fees for rush ordersNotify manager or discuss with peers blocks of time when there are no appointments to maximize downtime completing tasks that are difficult during a busy clinicWork collaboratively to promote clinic patient volumeAssist MDs, department manager and marketing with department promotions as neededLook for ways to expand the clinic services and patient base; discuss with department manager as neededMaintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures and complying with legal regulationsKeep equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairsUpdate job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional publicationsMaintain a professional and cooperative relationship with all colleaguesOther duties as assignedPhysical RequirementsAbility to carry/lift up to 20 poundsMoving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting up to 50 pounds; assist with weights over 100 poundsAbility to stand for extended periodsFine motor skillsVisual acuityThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear, frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.RequirementsPreferred Qualifications:CMA CandidatesGraduation from an accredited Medical Assisting programCurrent Medical Assisting Certification with no restrictionsCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationKnowledge of infection control, sterile technique and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic settingUse and apply medical terminology appropriatelyThorough knowledge of general clinical principles, methodology and measures for outcomesAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all timesCNA CandidatesCurrent CNA Certification with no restrictionsCurrent BLS CertificationKnowledge of infection control and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic settingUse and apply medical terminology appropriatelyThorough knowledge of general clinical principles, methodology and measures for outcomesAbility to stand for up to 8 hours a day, bend, reach, squat, kneel, move, and lift patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbsAbility to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all timesPersonal CharacteristicsHigh energy levelStrong interpersonal skills; tactfulAbility to relate sensitively to patients’ needsExcellent telephone skills and etiquetteMaintains confidentialityUses discretion and sound judgmentAbility to establish credibility with physicians, staff, and patientsAbility to multi-task; resourceful and well organized; takes initiativeAlways mindful of quality improvement and cost-efficient careTeam playerAbility to maintain positive attitudeWell-groomedSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typePart-timeJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pinehurst Surgical Clinic by 2xGet notified about new Certified Nursing Assistant jobs in San Jose, CA.Note: This description has been cleaned for formatting while preserving the original job information. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08