Certified Medical Assistant-(Part-Time

Overview

People are a company's greatest resource, which is why caring for employees and keeping them healthy is so important. Proactive MD offers a comprehensive health management solution that extends well beyond the clinic walls. Access to on-site physicians, full direct primary care services, and excellent client support are the hallmarks of our program. By engaging a workforce and offering them a personal relationship with a primary care physician, we can deliver measurably better outcomes, making people happier, healthier, and more productive while significantly lowering overall medical costs for employers.

We put employees' health first because amazing care yields amazing results. We are the next generation of workplace health centers.

Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) role.

The mission of the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is to support the health and wellness center’s clinical and clerical operations. As directed by the provider and Clinical Operations Manager, the CMA assists the provider and performs appropriate tests and procedures. The CMA is responsible for administrative tasks for the health and wellness center and may assist the Patient Advocate in employee/patient engagement and outreach.

This position is for 8 hours per week.
Wednesdays only: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Clinical:

• Interviews patients and measures vital signs, records information in the patient’s electronic medical record, and notes measurements such as pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height, BMI, and pulse oximetry.

• Performs clinical procedures under the direction of the provider, including injections, Electrocardiography (EKG), routine U/A, dipstick, capillary blood draw, Cholestech, Glucometer, spirometry, venous labs draws, centrifuge, and other tests and treatments.

• Dispenses medications as directed by the physician.

• Proficient in the use and maintenance of Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

• Prepares treatment rooms and patients for examination.

• Cleans and sterilizes instruments as appropriate.

Clerical:

• Performs administrative tasks, completes appropriate forms, and manages the front desk/check-in of patients.

• Answers phones, triages, and schedules appointments.

• Responsible for compliance and regulatory reporting.

• Maintains clinic and patient records and telephone encounters.

• Inventories and orders medical supplies, materials, and medications.

• Follows up with center patients who miss appointments.

• Schedules external appointments/referrals and makes follow-up phone calls to patients regarding scheduling.

• Ensures completion of all services ordered by the physician so that reports, consult notes, and follow-ups are in the chart for the physician to review.

• Under the direction of the Patient Advocate, periodically assists with engagement/outreach functions.

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred).

• Active and unrevoked certification such as RMA, CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or NCRMA certification.

• Candidates who do not possess Medical Assistant Certification must obtain Certification within 6 months of employment and have graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program and twelve months of direct clinical patient care experience in a healthcare setting.

• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association valid for at least 90 days after start date.

• Knowledge of Internet software, Spreadsheet software, Word Processing software, and Electronic medical records.

• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.

• Ability to prioritize needs and plan work accordingly.

• Knowledge of HIPAA confidentiality requirements.

This job primarily operates in a medical office environment and is required to interact with patients for the majority of the workday. The physical demands to perform the essential functions of this job are:

• Effective communication, mobility, ability to operate office equipment and travel intermittently throughout the day.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at their work area for prolonged periods of time.

• Employee will occasionally be required to lift office products and supplies up to 20-30 pounds.

This role is considered full-time and non-exempt. Evening and weekend work may be required depending on the schedule of the individual health and wellness center.

Infrequent, domestic travel may be required and should be expected to be less than 20% of the position’s overall responsibilities.