Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Responsibilities/ Job Description

1. Required to assist healthcare personnel in patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and care instruction
2. Work closely with patients who are sick or injured assisting and/or preparing patients for examination treatments, and procedures
3. Anticipate clinician or healthcare professional procedure needs, ensure necessary tools and supplies are ready in advance
4. Ensure that patient treatment and exam rooms are kept clean and organized for future patients
5. Assist in preparation and/or collection of blood samples and specimens, dressing wounds, and administering medications as delegated
6. Document patient vital signs and medical history into electronic healthcare record as directed
7. Perform various administrative tasks as assigned
8. Respond to emergency situations consistent with the level of training
9. Adhere to clinic policies and procedures
10. Performs other work and activities as required or assigned

Education, Skills, and Experience

• Certified Medical Assistant from an accredited program (American Registry of Medical Assistants (RMA), American Association of Medical Assistants (AMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistants (CCMA) through
  the National Health career Association and able to maintain certification
• Minimum 3 years of experience working in an acute ambulatory healthcare setting or hospital

Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA, CMA (AAMA), RMA, NCMA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
  
  

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities, and skills required of the position and people in the position.  A formal job description can be found in page attachments.  

All patient-facing employees must comply with the Company's immunization requirements which require employees to provide proof of full vaccination against the following illness:  Tuberculosis (TB), HepB, MMR, Varicella (Chickenpox), TDAP, COVID-19, and Influenza. Applicants may request an accommodation through the Company’s Human Resources department at 952-767-4401.

EPPA is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.