What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant - North End Internal Med position at Catholic Medical Center?
Certified Medical Assistant (Full-Time Days) - North End Internal Medicine
Who You Are:
Catholic Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join our team. They will assist healthcare providers in the delivery of patient care, supporting clinical procedures, conducting diagnostic studies, and managing general administrative tasks in compliance with The Joint Commission, CLIA, NCQA, and government standards, as well as company policies.
What You'll Do:
- Direct patients to examination rooms and assist in preparing them for exams, including dressing/undressing and positioning on the examination table. Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, and reasons for visits.
- Review and update patient charts with current medications, immunizations, treatments, and risk assessments. Verify patient pharmacy preferences, preferred laboratory, and advance directives.
- Assist providers during examinations and procedures, including surgical, GYN, and diagnostic.
- Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the provider and within the defined scope of practice.
- Clean, wrap, and sterilize instruments post-procedure and transport them to sterile processing as needed.
What You'll Bring:
- Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant program. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or eligibility to obtain certification within one year of hire (if hired post-2012).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- Minimum of one year of experience in a medical office setting.
- Basic computer data entry and keyboarding skills required.
- Knowledge of ICD-9/CPT coding and insurance procedures.
- Ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and negligible amounts constantly.
Who We Are:
Catholic Medical Center ("CMC") is a nonprofit, regional health system committed to delivering the highest quality and most advanced healthcare to patients across New Hampshire. CMC is the home of the nationally-renowned New England Heart & Vascular Institute, rated among the top cardiovascular programs in the country. We are driven by our mission to offer health, healing, and hope to every individual who seeks our care, and we live by our values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion, and Commitment. CMC is proud to be named to the Forbes list of America's Best-in-State Employers for two consecutive years. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista, Inc., and is based on 2.1 million employer recommendations from employees working for companies with more than 500 employees in the United States. With our award-winning clinical programs, primary care network, and dedication to community, CMC is fostering a healthier New Hampshire, every day.
Catholic Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
