Medical Assistant GBMA

Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Maintains supplies and schedules patient appointments.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Program and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant

• Successful completion of an accredited MA training program through Fortis, Community College Baltimore County, Allegany College of MD, Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, Harford Community College, PG Community College, or Towson University.
• OR 1 year of MA experience and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA, AAMA or RRMA).

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Skill in phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs
• Skill in written and oral communication
• Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results
• Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire

• Certificate of training from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant
• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

• Ability to walk and stand for up to 80% of work time

• Exposure to disinfectant and detergent solutions
• Exposure to human specimens

Performs direct patient care in an office such as:

• Takes and records vital signs
• Conducts routine diagnostic tests
• Administers medications
• Prepares patient for exam
• Records EKG

Maintains examination schedule. Evaluates patients for appropriate preventive or other care such as immunizations, eye exams, PAP smears, pain management, or wound care.

Responds to patient questions. Assists patient with dressing and undressing, getting off and on examination table. Chaperones patient as needed during examinations.

Reviews diagnostic results and reports abnormal results to physician.

Cleans room between patient exams; maintains cleanliness and order of exam rooms. Stocks and orders supplies; sterilizes medical equipment, and performs medical office clerical duties as assigned.

I will treat everyone with courtesy, fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy. I will listen and respond appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities.

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work, recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others, exceed customer expectations, pursue lifelong learning, and pay attention to detail.

I will be professional, take ownership to solve problems, set positive, professional examples for others, and report to work regularly and on time.

I will collaborate, resolve conflict positively, seek others’ ideas for optimal solutions, and celebrate contributors.

I will act with honesty and integrity, protect patients, and respect cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs.

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals, embrace change, continuously improve quality, display flexibility, and achieve results on time by prioritizing and managing time efficiently.

$17.13 - $26.68

GBMC Health Care and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care

Baltimore, MD

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