Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

A-Line Staffing is now hiring a Certified Medical Assistant in M. The Certified Medical Assistant would be working for axc2xa0largexc2xa0healthcarexc2xa0organization and has career growth potential. This would be full time / 40+ hours per week. MUST have axc2xa0CMAxc2xa0Certification from an Accredited Program-xc2xa0NHA,xc2xa0NCCT,xc2xa0AAMA, AMT,xc2xa0AMCAxc2xa0orxc2xa0NAHPxc2xa0are acceptable.xc2xa0If you are interested in this Certified Medical Assistant position, please contactxc2xa0Corrinxc2xa0Misakxc2xa0at cmisak@alinestaffing.com or (586) 710-7958.Certified Medical Assistantxc2xa0HighlightsThe Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinaryxc2xa0healthcarexc2xa0team in providing direct patient care. Thexc2xa0CMAxc2xa0will be responsible for directing patients in all phases of their experience with the practice.The pay for this position is $20-$22 per hourBenefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employmentA 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility datesThis position is a W2 contract assignment with potential to hire on permanently based upon attendance, performance, and business needs04/15/2024 – 07/20/2024 if no extension or conversion to directThe required availability for this position is 8-5pm or 9-6pmxc2xa0CMAxc2xa0ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities will include greeting and preparing for patients, completing patient intake into EPIC system, maintaining exam rooms including cleaning and keeping inventory/ordering supplies, and handling patient prescriptions and pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing/procedures as well as other duties typical of a physician practice.Clinical: Thexc2xa0CMAxc2xa0functions under the direct supervision and authority of the physician when determining competencies and performing clinical tasks during patient care. Some of these functions include initial patient assessments and obtaining patient medical histories. Specific to the Pain Center the assessment may include pain inventories,xc2xa0opioidxc2xa0risk assessments, and other chronic pain patient specific assessments.Thexc2xa0CMAxc2xa0administers medications and immunizations, obtains vital signs, maintains an inventory of appropriate supplies, ensures safe and efficient patient flow, tracks high-risk referrals and lab tests, facilitates safe transitions of care, organizes the practice environment to assure patient safety and quality health outcomes, and contributes to designated quality measures.Billing/Administrative: Assists physicians and clinical staff as requested with faxes, filing, phone calls, charts, documents, appropriate diagnostic ordering forms, etc. At the end of the day, review EPIC to verify that every scheduledxc2xa0patientxe2x80x99sxc2xa0chart has been completed. Communicates with insurance carriers to obtain authorizations for procedures and pharmaceuticals. Follows up on referrals. Handlesxc2xa0patientxe2x80x99sxc2xa0requests for medical information, copies of medical records, refills, and test results, etc. as instructed by the physician.Environment of Care: Consistently responds to patients/families in a courteous and positive manner. Abides by thexc2xa0HIPPAxc2xa0guidelines. Fosters a positive and pleasant work environment which promotes our shared values. During times of low census in the department will be asked to cross cover in other departments.Authority/Decision Making Level: Under the direction of a physician and clinical staff, takes appropriate clinical actions using available resources, to achieve positive outcomes for patients, visitors, and staff. Independently prioritizes daily tasks and assignments. Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement in order to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes. Responds to urgent and unplanned situations appropriately.xc2xa0CMAxc2xa0RequirementsHigh School Diploma orxc2xa0GEDMUST have axc2xa0CMAxc2xa0Certification from an Accredited Program-xc2xa0NHA,xc2xa0NCCT,xc2xa0AAMA, AMT,xc2xa0AMCAxc2xa0orxc2xa0NAHPxc2xa0are acceptableOne year of experience requiredPrior office experience requiredEffective interpersonal skills and demonstrated written and verbal communication skillsEffective time management and organizational skillsEffective clinical skills appropriate for the ambulatory care settingEpic experience preferredPain Management experience a plusFamiliarity with computer based patient appointment scheduling, registration systems and electronic medical recordMedical terminology requiredFamiliarity with medication and vaccination administrationxc2xa0xc2xa0If you think this Certified Medical Assistant position is a good fit for you, please reach out to me – feel free to call, e-mail, or apply to this posting!Corrinxc2xa0Misakxc2xa0xe2x80x93 Staffing Manager IIcmisak@alinestaffing.comxc2xa0or (586) 710-7958