You’ll need
Certifications
✓Candidates must hold one of the following certifications:
✓Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
✓Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
✓National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
✓Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Education
✓High school diploma or equivalent required.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program preferred.
Qualifications
✓Through one of these nationally recognized organizations:
✓American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
✓American Medical Technologists (AMT)
✓National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
✓National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
✓Strong computer skills.
✓Excellent written and verbal communication.
✓Ability to accurately observe patients and follow detailed clinical procedures.
One year of patient care experience preferred.
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About the role
As a Certified Medical Assistant, you’ll play an important role in creating an exceptional experience for every patient by:
What you’ll do
Welcoming and interviewing patientsWelcoming and interviewing patients while gathering medical history
Measuring and documenting vitalMeasuring and documenting vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, and weight
Preparing treatment rooms andPreparing treatment rooms and assisting providers during patient examinations
Maintaining accurate patient documentationMaintaining accurate patient documentation within the electronic medical record
Delivering compassionate, patient-centered careDelivering compassionate, patient-centered care while ensuring comfort, privacy, and professionalism