Job Description:
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for assisting Physicians,
Mid-Level Practitioners, and Registered Nurse with the evaluation, management
and treatment of patients in an ambulatory care setting. The CMA assumes
responsibility for maintaining patient flow, cleaning/organizing of
exam and treatment rooms, and performing basic skills such as vital
signs and point of care testing. In addition, the CMA will administer
intramuscular injections, immunizations, and other-the-counter medications
under the direction of a Physician. The position will exemplify the
Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies
and procedures.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Coordinates and maintains organized patient flow.
2. Performs patient intake: vital signs, height and weight, reason for
visit, interim history, allergies, medication lists, and other interventions
as required.
3. Prepares patient for exam based on reason for visit.
4. Prepares and supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
5. Reviews appointment schedules and ensures all patient charts are
available for the visit.
6. Reviews patient charts and ensures that all ancillary reports and
required paperwork are available to the provider at the time of visit.
7. Performs basic lab and testing procedures according to standards.
8. Performs phlebotomy and EKGs.
9. Administers over-the-counter medications, injections including immunizations
as ordered by physician.
10. Demonstrates appropriate population specific techniques with patients.
11. Documents administration of over-the-counter medications and/or
other medications in the patient medical record per policy.
12. Cleans, prepares and stock exam rooms, treatment rooms, and workstations.
13. Calls patients regarding follow-up test, results, medical instruction,
and patient education under the direction of a Physician.
14. Call in prescriptions under the direction of a Physician.
15. Documents patient care information in the outpatient medical record
according to standards.
16. Assists with scheduling or patient test, procedures, and follow-up
appointments.
17. Assists in the care, cleaning, and sterilization of equipment and
instruments.
18. Maintains the inventory of medical and linen supplies.
19. Maintains quality control for equipment.
20. Provides cross coverage to the other clinical areas as assigned.
21. Participates in quality improvement projects.
22. Follows appropriate practice guidelines as approved by practice
physician.
23. All other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
1. Current Medical Assistant Certification by AAMA, AMT, or NCCT (must
include principles and techniques of injections and medication administration.)
2. Graduate of Medical Assistant Program.
3. Current CPR Certification.
4. Minimum of 0-year clinical experience preferred.
5. Basic computer skills.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Excellent organizational skills.
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