What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant CMA position at BrightStar Care?
Job Summary :
The Certified Medical Assistant assists in patient care, patient lab work, patient and laboratory record keeping and office and lab maintenance under the direct supervision of the health care provider and licensed nursing staff.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Prepares and maintains patient’s rooms to include stocking and cleaning.
- Prepares patients for exam and treatment to include : vital signs, weight, height, head circumference, hearing screens, vision screens, and lab work including finger / heel sticks and venipuncture, if certified.
- Records patient information in appropriate medical records and lab logs.
- Assists with supply ordering and maintenance as necessary.
- Assists with medical records maintenance as necessary.
- Assists with patient flow through the office.
- Assists licensed staff with lab results tracking and follow-up.
- Maintains patient confidentiality in all encounters.
- Assists in providing PI reports for improving the quality of patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Clinical Manager.
Qualifications : Education :
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Work Environment :
Very busy atmosphere. Highly stressful when dealing with individual personalities of co-workers, patients and their families. Potential for regular exposure to blood-borne diseases (Category I). Potential for exposure to chemical hazards (Category B).
Physical Demands :
Prolonged, extensive or considerable standing / walking. Assists with lifting and moving patients as necessary. Lifts supplies / equipment up to 20lbs, occasionally, and / or up to 10lbs frequently. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching.
