Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant
JOB VACANCY:
22-122
WORK TYPE:
Full-Time Staff
LOCATION:
Eatonton, GA
CATEGORIES:
Mercer Medicine (Health/Medical Services)
POSITION TITLE
Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant
DEPARTMENT
Mercer Medicine
DIVISION
School of Medicine
VACANCY NUMBER
WORK LOCATION
Eatonton, GA
JOB CATEGORY
HOURS PER WEEK
RESPONSIBILITIES
This candidate is expected to demonstrate the ability to multi-task by working with multiple patients, handling multiple phone calls to include appointment related calls, refills, referrals and authorizations. Display flexibility by working with other positions and serving in a backup role for the medical receptionist, which includes but is not limited to, checking in patients, updating patient information, taking payments, scheduling, and completing forms. Responsible for EMR documentation, patient work up to include vitals, updating patient information and patient education. This candidate, under the supervision and collaboration with the overseeing physicians will perform annual wellness visits, to include ordering appropriate lab screening test and immunizations based upon the physician’s protocols. This candidate is expected to perform all other assigned task within the scope of their certification.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED and at least six months of healthcare experience are required. Candidates for the Certified Medical Assistant position must have a current national CMA certification. Phlebotomy experience is required for CMAs but is preferred for MAs. CPR certification must be earned within 6 months of start date. Candidates with a current CPR certification are preferred. In addition, candidates must know how to use a computer in order to check patients in and out, to post payments, and to scan. Candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. Must have experience with an electronic medical record system, preferably EMD and/or EClinical Works.
IS A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK NEEDED FOR THIS POSITION?
PAY RATE
MA Base: $11.29 an hour up to commensurate with experience
CMA Base: $13.46 an hour up to commensurate with experience
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Resume, Cover Letter, References
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
Applicants should be prepared to answer the following questions:
1. Do you have a current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification?
2. Do you hold a CPR Certification?
3. Do you have at least 6 months of healthcare experience?
4. Do you have phlebotomy experience?
EEO STATEMENT
AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability
Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.
ADVERTISED:
21 Jul 2021
Eastern Daylight Time
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:
Open until filled
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