Certified Medical Assistant
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Job overview
Catholic Health Initiatives is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will support the care team by performing patient care tasks, gathering vital signs, preparing specimens, administering medications or vaccines, maintaining clean exam rooms, and providing health education, while using technology to coordinate care for diverse patients.
Key focus areas include Perform general patient care following established clinic workflows., Greet and prepare patients, obtain and record vital signs, review allergies and medications, complete screening questionnaires and document reason for visit., and Collect and prepare ordered specimens for laboratory analysis..
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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will be a vital pillar of our care team, significantly impacting patient well-being through direct support and seamless coordination.
Every day, you will actively collaborate on comprehensive screenings, assist with clinical procedures, provide essential health education, and expertly manage administrative tasks, leveraging technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. You will ensure patients feel at ease, patiently explaining instructions and addressing their concerns.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical knowledge, technological fluency, genuine compassion for patient well-being, and an adaptable spirit keen on continuous learning and collaborative teamwork.
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Performs general patient care following established clinic workflows.
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Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider by obtaining and recording vital signs, reviewing drug allergies and current medications, completing applicable screening questionnaires and documenting reason for visit.
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Collects and prepares ordered specimens for laboratory analysis.
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Prepares and provides ordered medications and/or vaccines to patients.
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Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
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Ensures patient exam rooms are stocked, clean, and orderly.
We are offering up to $5,000 as a Sign-on Bonus as well as up to $8,000 in Educational Assistance to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.
Job Requirements
Required
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Graduate of medical assisting program accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP). , upon hire or
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Programs accredited by other credentialed bodies may be considered if program included formal externship., upon hire and
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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, upon hire or
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Certified Medical Assistant AAMA, upon hire or
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Certified Medical Assistant NHA, upon hire or
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National Certified Medical Assistant NCCT, upon hire or
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National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant NAHP, upon hire or
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Registered Medical Assistant AMT, upon hire or
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Registered Medical Assistant, upon hire or
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Cert Med Asst - MMCI, upon hire and
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Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
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Medication Aide: NE, within 90 Days
Preferred
- High School Graduate or equivalent and Medical assistant experience, upon hire
Where You'll Work
For more than 50 years, the mission of CHI Health Missouri Valley has been to nurture and enhance the quality of life for residents of Harrison County in Iowa. As a community hospital, its ongoing commitment is to keep residents in good health. Through the years, CHI Health Missouri Valley has strived to improve the health status of southwest Iowa residents – children, teens, adults, senior citizens, friends and neighbors. CHI Health Missouri Valley is proud to offer health care services – close to home – within this community.
Pay Range
$18.96 - $26.78 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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