Ampla Health provides the individuals and communities we serve with high quality, comprehensive, community health care that is accessible to all and culturally and linguistically appropriate.
Great Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
4 weeks paid time off to start.
9 paid holidays
401k and profit sharing
Full time, Monday to Friday
Great work/home life balance
GENERAL PURPOSE: CMA Certified Medical Assistant
Certified Medical Assistants are multi-skilled practitioners who provide medical support services to the providers as part of a care team in order to ensure a smooth flow of patients through the medical clinic, and are viewed by physicians as vital partners in increasing medical office productivity.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: CMA Certified Medical Assistant
Assists patients calling and visiting the clinic
Calls and escorts patients to exam area timely to promote continual flow of patients
Obtains vital signs, height and weight and documents in Electronic Health Record (EHR) per policy and procedure
Makes referral appointments and maintains referral in i2i log
Collects and processes laboratory specimens per policy and procedure
Assists with call backs to patients at provider request
Enters patient with designated problems into tickler file per protocol
Maintains daily EHR worklist
Under direct clinical direction of the overseeing clinician where necessary, assists with patient care and other medical services
Initiates Care Plans and updates in EHR per Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the clinician
Initiates prescriptions orders or drug refills upon review and approval of the overseeing clinician and calls in routine refill prescriptions that are exact meaning having no changes in the dosage levels to a pharmacy
Under the direction of the clinician may enter medication, laboratory and radiology orders into the Electronic Medical Record
Transmit patient education information that has been approved by the clinician
Administer immunizations and performs standing orders per protocol
Utilizes appropriate technique in administering injections
Under the direct clinical direction of the Nursing Supervisor, assists with other medical services
Follows infection control per Clinical Policy and Procedure guidelines
Records timely in EHR per the corporation’s policy and procedure
Initiates Advanced Directives and updates as appropriate per policy and procedure for PCMH
Cleans, autoclaves, and sterilizes instruments, equipment, etc., used in clinic
Performs control tests of certain laboratory equipment
Prepares and stocks exam rooms
Enters patient data into clinic tracking system
Maintains professional growth by attending all meetings and in-service trainings
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities and staff meetings
Treats all clients, staff and the community with respect and courtesy
Utilizes effective means to resolve conflict
Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to work at other Ampla Health sites as needed
Performs other duties assigned by supervisor
QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS: CMA Certified Medical Assistant
Maintains a professional relationship, and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients and all Ampla Health’s staff, Board of Directors and vendors
Maintains the highest professional ethics and is honest in dealing with people, is a model for all employees through his/her actions
Strives to learn more and is receptive to new challenges and opportunities
Displays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of Ampla Health
PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: CMA Certified Medical Assistant
High School Diploma or GED required
Completion of a Medical Assistant Training Program
Medical Assistant Certification required
Current CPR certification required
Effective communication skills. Adept at dealing with people in person or in telephone contacts
Neatness and accuracy in performing tasks
Ability to use discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information
Effective time management skills
Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedure (desirable)
Demonstrate clear knowledge of Ampla Health’s clinic structure, standards, procedures and protocols
COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS: CMA Certified Medical Assistant
Must have neat and legible handwriting
Must be able to interact with patients courteously and calmly
Ability to communicate well with the public
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: CMA Certified Medical Assistant
Works well with patients in a generally comfortable office environment. Employees must possess the following physical requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels)
Able to work on feet the majority of the day without tiring
Must be able to hear adequately to auscultate B/S
Must have vision which is adequate to read increments on tuberculin syringe accurately
Must be able to reach above shoulder level to work. Must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist/turn
This position has exposure to Aerosol Transmitted Diseases (ATD) and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP)
General Purpose
Certified Medical Assistants are multi-skilled practitioners who provide medical support services to the providers as part of a care team in order to ensure a smooth flow of patients through the medical clinic, and are viewed by physicians as vital partners in increasing medical office productivity.
Main Responsibilities And Duties
Assists patients calling and visiting the clinic
Calls and escorts patients to exam area timely to promote continual flow of patients
Obtains vital signs, height and weight and documents in Electronic Health Record (EHR) per policy and procedure
Makes referral appointments and maintains referral in i2i log
Collects and processes laboratory specimens per policy and procedure
Assists with call backs to patients at provider request
Enters patient with designated problems into tickler file per protocol
Maintains daily EHR worklist
Under direct clinical direction of the overseeing clinician where necessary, assists with patient care and other medical services
Initiates Care Plans and updates in EHR per Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH)
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the clinician
Initiates prescriptions orders or drug refills upon review and approval of the overseeing clinician and calls in routine refill prescriptions that are exact meaning having no changes in the dosage levels to a pharmacy
Under the direction of the clinician may enter medication, laboratory and radiology orders into the Electronic Medical Record
Transmit patient education information that has been approved by the clinician
Administer immunizations and performs standing orders per protocol
Utilizes appropriate technique in administering injections
Under the direct clinical direction of the Nursing Supervisor, assists with other medical services
Follows infection control per Clinical Policy and Procedure guidelines
Records timely in EHR per the corporation’s policy and procedure
Initiates Advanced Directives and updates as appropriate per policy and procedure for PCMH
Cleans, autoclaves, and sterilizes instruments, equipment, etc., used in clinic
Performs control tests of certain laboratory equipment
Prepares and stocks exam rooms
Enters patient data into clinic tracking system
Maintains professional growth by attending all meetings and in-service trainings
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities and staff meetings
Treats all clients, staff and the community with respect and courtesy
Utilizes effective means to resolve conflict
Utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills
Flexibility to work at other Ampla Health sites as needed
Performs other duties assigned by supervisor
QUALITIES & CHARACTERISTICS
Maintains a professional relationship, and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients and all Ampla Health’s staff, Board of Directors and vendors
Maintains the highest professional ethics and is honest in dealing with people, is a model for all employees through his/her actions
Strives to learn more and is receptive to new challenges and opportunities
Displays enthusiasm toward the work and the mission of Ampla Health
Professional Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
High School Diploma or GED required
Completion of a Medical Assistant Training Program
Medical Assistant Certification required
Current CPR certification required
Effective communication skills. Adept at dealing with people in person or in telephone contacts
Neatness and accuracy in performing tasks
Ability to use discretion in situations dealing with confidential patient health information
Effective time management skills
Familiarity with primary care outpatient clinic procedure (desirable)
Demonstrate clear knowledge of Ampla Health’s clinic structure, standards, procedures and protocols
Communications Skills
Must have neat and legible handwriting
Must be able to interact with patients courteously and calmly
Ability to communicate well with the public
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
Works well with patients in a generally comfortable office environment. Employees must possess the following physical requirements:
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds and push up to 100 pounds (on wheels)
Able to work on feet the majority of the day without tiring
Must be able to hear adequately to auscultate B/S
Must have vision which is adequate to read increments on tuberculin syringe accurately
Must be able to reach above shoulder level to work. Must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist/turn
This position has exposure to Aerosol Transmitted Diseases (ATD) and Blood Borne Pathogens (BBP)
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
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