What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cma position at MercyOne?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Employment Type : Full time
Full time
Shift : Description :
Description :
Key Responsibilities (list 5-8)
- Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
- Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
- Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse,
respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for
laboratory analysis.
Administer ordered medications and / or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic,
and / or inhalant administration.
- May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.
- Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
- Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by
physician.
Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms
stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed
by the provider.
Escalate non-routine issues, questions and / or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare
provider(s).
- Ensure safety checklists / quality controls are completed as required.
- Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
- Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare
provider(s).
Job Requirements / Qualifications
a. Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred) :
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Current / valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.
- Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current / valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.
- May require specialized training such as Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT). · Basic Life Support (BLS). · Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
b. Experience (required and preferred) :
Last updated : 2024-05-01
