Certified Medical Assistant

Summary

For over 70 years Annapolis Pediatrics has provided superior healthcare to the infants, children, adolescents, and young adults in the Annapolis area and surrounding communities. We commonly care for the children of former patients and are proud of the outstanding level of continuity of care Annapolis Pediatrics provides.

 

Role

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for performing routine clinical tasks and assists the Provider in all aspects of patient care.

 

Work Schedule

Must be flexible with rotating work schedule, evening and weekend hours required (32 hours per week minimum).  Must be available to work in any of our six (6) locations.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms for examination of patients. Keeping patient areas clean and well stocked.
• Perform initial assessment of patients, measure vital signs (e.g. pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, respirations, weight and height) and record information in patient’s chart.
• Implement and evaluate patient care tasks. Interpret and support mission statement.
• Prepare for and assist providers during examinations and procedures.
• Update providers frequently on patient status and activity so those awaiting procedures are processed efficiently.
• Update all staff on the status of patient flow so the need for additional personnel can be assessed quickly and appropriate scheduling maintained to reduce patients wait times.
• Assist the providers with retrieving messages, returning calls, and triaging calls.
• Maintain and organize all instruments, drugs, equipment and supplies.
• Prepare dressings, administer medications, and perform treatments and lab procedures as directed by the provider.
• Prepare and administer vaccines, medications and nebulizer treatments as directed by the provider.
• Perform calibrations and other quality control tests on laboratory equipment.
• Ensure all lab tests are performed and results are charted according to protocol.
• Handle all emergency situations in collaboration with the providers.
• Distribute appropriate patient information sheets, lab forms, school forms, medication forms and x-ray slips to patients as requested by their providers.
• Promote a safe working environment in accordance with applicable laws and regulations including HIPAA, OSHA, and MOSH.
• Perform all lab opening/closing duties if assigned.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude under all circumstances.
• Attend all department meetings and daily huddles as well as special project trainings.

Experience and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in the State of Maryland
• CPR certification required.
• One year of experience preferred
• Good working knowledge of medical terminology and use of an electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Excellent Communication, Interpersonal, Organizational, Administrative, and Customer Service skills.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and multi-task in a fast pace environment.
• Must be a team player and be able to work independently with daily responsibilities.

Benefits and Perks

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare & Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (7)
• 401k Retirement Plan w/ Match & Profit Sharing Eligibility
• Life & AD&D Insurance (Employer Paid)
• Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance (Long-Term Disability, Add’l Life, Cancer, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, & Hospital Confinement)
• Voluntary Benefits (Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance)
• Fun “Themed” Office Days
• Community Outreach events & initiatives

 

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $22.00 - $26.00 an hour. Hourly rate is dependent on years of professional experience, licenses, certifications, and similar experience to current employees in the position.

 

Interested candidates may send cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Annapolis Pediatrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.