Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

The Certified Medical Assistant provides care to patients across various age groups in an ambulatory care clinic setting. This position is crucial for maintaining efficient clinic operations and optimal patient flow, ensuring access to care while maximizing the provider's time. The role includes both administrative duties and basic clinical tasks to support healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Accurately collect and document information in patient charts, ensuring records are complete and organized.
• Maintain current patient medication and immunization records.
• Recognize and act on signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention.
• Transport patients within the facility as needed.
• Assist with routine exams and minor procedures, providing necessary setup and support.
• Perform Point of Care Testing (POCT) and specimen collection, following established protocols.
• Administer immunizations and injections as directed by healthcare providers.
• Support healthcare providers in delivering patient care and identifying overdue immunizations.
• Cross-cover for peers and assist clinics in maintaining patient flow.
• Participate in staff meetings and contribute to unit goal setting.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential is required.
• One year of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Nursing degree from an accredited institution may substitute for above qualifications.

Schedule

This position requires a commitment to a Monday through Friday schedule, from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!