Certified Medical Assistant

Qualifications:

• Degree/Education: Graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) of the American Medical Technologists or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces.
• Certifications: (BLS) Basic Life Support. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Experience: Minimum one year experience as Certified Medical Assistant

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare examination rooms before patient arrival.
• Assist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Measure and document vital signs (temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, blood pressure, pulse oximeter reading).
• Obtain and record patient’s medical history, drug history, complaints, and allergies.
• Perform diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Maintain examination room supplies and ensure routine maintenance.
• Complete lab and x-ray requisitions per clinic policies.
• Enter patient data into the computer at check-in and discharge.
• Maintain productivity levels comparable to peers.
• Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities.
• Follow aseptic techniques and infection control guidelines, including waste handling and universal precautions.
• Adhere to safety procedures and protocols in emergencies.
• Apply legal awareness in patient care and manage risks.
• Participate in Family Advocacy Program as directed (e.g., medical exams, documentation, and reporting).
• Respect patient rights and maintain professional responsibility.
• Pursue continuing education for professional growth.
• Complete required annual training (e.g., disaster training, infection control, harassment prevention, CBRNE).
• Engage in the command's Performance Improvement Program, identify care improvements, and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide in-service training to clinic staff and support government employees.
• Attend required meetings and contribute to discussions.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.
• Operate automated systems (JLV, HAIMS, MHS Genesis, CIS) and participate in PI/RM functions.
• Maintain DOD email and respond to communications.
• Delegate tasks effectively in clinical and team coordination.
• Ensure proper documentation of treatments and prepare required reports, using legible handwriting and approved abbreviations.