MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc
Advanced Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Full Time Day Shift
MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc, Lenox, Missouri, United States, 65541
Join a dedicated healthcare team serving the heart of the Midwest region. This role offers an opportunity to provide compassionate patient care and support clinical staff in a dynamic outpatient clinic setting.
General Summary
The Medical Assistant operates within their scope to assist licensed nurses, physicians, or advanced practice providers. This position requires strong organizational skills, professionalism, excellent customer service, attention to detail, multitasking ability, critical thinking, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Adhere to established safety protocols including infection control and safe patient handling. Provide direct patient interaction such as escorting patients, obtaining vital signs, performing EKGs, verifying medications and allergies, and documenting medical histories and visit reasons accurately and promptly. Manage communication by routing phone messages, answering patient inquiries, and assisting with physician return calls. Assist with medication renewals, authorizations, and administration (oral, IM, SQ) as ordered. Perform point-of-care lab testing and collect specimens for laboratory analysis. Schedule appointments, diagnostic procedures, and surgeries as directed by providers. Complete necessary paperwork including prior authorizations and referrals efficiently. Maintain supply inventory, clean and stock exam rooms. Educate patients on electronic health record access and assist with enrollment. Support orientation and training of new medical assistants. Demonstrate accountability, teamwork, reliability, and professionalism under pressure. Education
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program is required, or equivalent experience. A high school diploma is mandatory.
Experience
At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant or related medical specialist is preferred. Experience in a clinical setting is advantageous.
Certification and Licenses
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential from an accredited organization such as AMT is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.
Mental and Physical Requirements
This role demands considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
Working Conditions
Frequent exposure to infectious diseases and occasional encounters with hostile individuals may occur. Minimal physical discomfort is expected.
General Summary
The Medical Assistant operates within their scope to assist licensed nurses, physicians, or advanced practice providers. This position requires strong organizational skills, professionalism, excellent customer service, attention to detail, multitasking ability, critical thinking, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Adhere to established safety protocols including infection control and safe patient handling. Provide direct patient interaction such as escorting patients, obtaining vital signs, performing EKGs, verifying medications and allergies, and documenting medical histories and visit reasons accurately and promptly. Manage communication by routing phone messages, answering patient inquiries, and assisting with physician return calls. Assist with medication renewals, authorizations, and administration (oral, IM, SQ) as ordered. Perform point-of-care lab testing and collect specimens for laboratory analysis. Schedule appointments, diagnostic procedures, and surgeries as directed by providers. Complete necessary paperwork including prior authorizations and referrals efficiently. Maintain supply inventory, clean and stock exam rooms. Educate patients on electronic health record access and assist with enrollment. Support orientation and training of new medical assistants. Demonstrate accountability, teamwork, reliability, and professionalism under pressure. Education
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Specialist program is required, or equivalent experience. A high school diploma is mandatory.
Experience
At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant or related medical specialist is preferred. Experience in a clinical setting is advantageous.
Certification and Licenses
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential from an accredited organization such as AMT is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required.
Mental and Physical Requirements
This role demands considerable mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 lbs, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
Working Conditions
Frequent exposure to infectious diseases and occasional encounters with hostile individuals may occur. Minimal physical discomfort is expected.