Certified Medical Assistant II

Job Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant II plays a vital role in patient care by performing a variety of supportive tasks under the direction of healthcare providers. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Conducts rooming and/or intake processes, gathering patient data such as vital signs, height, weight, and information related to the patient’s reason for visit.
• Collects comprehensive medical and social history from patients and their families.
• Reviews and updates patient’s current medication list, allergies, and preferred pharmacy as necessary.
• Assists healthcare providers during treatments, examinations, and procedures as directed.
• Collects specimens and performs phlebotomy procedures.
• Administers medications under the direction of healthcare providers.
• Performs tests, such as EKGs and eye exams, as directed by providers.
• Reviews patient records to determine if routine health screenings are required.
• Ensures exam and procedure rooms are fully stocked with necessary supplies, equipment, forms, and educational materials.
• Provides patients with follow-up instructions, self-care guidance, or educational materials as instructed.
• Prepares, cleans, stocks, and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
• Cleans and sterilizes medical instruments and equipment.
• Assists with patient registration, check-in/check-out processes, appointment scheduling, and the coordination of tests and referrals.
• Handles telephone inquiries and assists in-basket tasks under the supervision of healthcare providers or nursing staff.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by healthcare providers or nursing staff.
• May also involve precepting new hires and externs, training fellow medical assistants, and managing clinic quality and safety roles.
• Supports preventive health measures for assigned patients and manages supply ordering for the clinic.

Required Skills & Experience

• Ability to perform essential functions of the position as outlined above.
• Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive engagement with patients and families, and ability to collaborate effectively with staff and providers.
• Proficiency in using computers to document information in electronic medical records.
• A minimum of one year of full-time experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Demonstrated competency as outlined in the Medical Assistant, Certified Advancement Worksheet.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience in ObGyn is required.

Education

• No specific education required, provided other qualifications are met.
• Completion of a Medical Assisting program accredited by either CAAHEP or ABHES is strongly preferred but not mandatory.

Certifications & Licensure

• Certification by a recognized Medical Assistant organization (e.g., AAMA, AMT, NHA, NRCMA, NCMA) is required.
• Basic Life Support Certification from AHA or ARC is required.

Schedule

This position typically follows a Monday through Friday schedule from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Additional Information

All candidates must possess recent experience in ObGyn. Qualified candidates will find a supportive environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration.