Certified Medical Assistant

Requisition ID: 2025-424599 Employment Type: Full Time Department: Family Practice Clinic Hours/Pay Period: 80 Shift: Day Weekly Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Remote: No Category: Medical Assistant Responsibilities Under the direction of the health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients. Accurately preforms preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols. u2022 Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures. u2022 Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider. u2022 Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem. u2022 May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. u2022 Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration. u2022 May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGu2019s. u2022 Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing. u2022 Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician. u2022 Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol. u2022 Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. u2022 Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s). u2022 Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. u2022 Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights. u2022 Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s). Qualifications _Education and Licensure_ u2022 High school diploma or equivalent required. u2022 Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable. u2022 Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable u2022 Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required _Minimum Experience_ u2022 1 year of experience preferred _Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities_ u2022 Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections. u2022 Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients. u2022 Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. u2022 Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations. u2022 Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations. u2022 Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients. u2022 Good computer skills using a medical management application. u2022 Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism. DISCLOSURE STATEMENT: The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in position. Overview CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Created: 2025-09-10