The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting in providing clinical care to select patients under the supervision of the professional nurse or licensed medical practitioner and provides clerical office assistance.
Essential Generic Job Functions (List in order of importance):
-Prepares exam room, treatment room, supplies and instruments.
-Prepares patients for physician visit and examination assisting as directed.
-Takes patient’s vital signs and records in medical chart.
Required Skills & Experience:
-Excellent communication skills.
-Ability to interact effectively and in a supportive manner with varying populations.
-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
-Knowledge of computerized processes and data entry procedures.
Required Education:
-High School diploma or equivalent such as a GED.
Preferred Education:
-Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-AHA BLS
One of the following:
-CMA-NHA (National Healthcareer Association)
-CMA-NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing)
-CMA-AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants)
-RMA-AMT (American Medical Technologists)