What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA|RMA) w/Phlebotomy - Summit Medical Group at Cookeville position at SMG Brand?
Summit Medical Group at Cookeville has an opening for an experienced Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) with phlebotomy to join their office. This is a full time opportunity.
- Escorts patients to exam rooms and prepares patients for examinations and procedures according to physician preferences.
- Uses good skills in recording vital signs of patients, including pulse, blood pressure, height, weight, etc.
- Uses good clinical skills in performing appropriate procedures, such as phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, holter monitors, etc.
- Uses good clinical skills in assisting the physician(s) with procedures, as well as administering medications and conducting patient educations.
- Handles phone nursing when appropriate, to include triaging, pre-certs, referrals, calling in prescriptions, etc.
- Performs clerical duties necessary for the physicians to see patients; contacts patients regarding test results or for other related reasons as directed.
- Pulls and prepares patient records for physicians to treat patients, as needed.
- If needed, schedules patient appointments with efficient use of clinical time slots.
- Maintains stocked, neat, and clean exam rooms and common work areas on a daily basis.
- Adheres to established company policies and procedures (including the corporate compliance program), and follows state and federal regulations, such as OSHA and
HIPAA guidelines. - Adheres to site-specific protocols and expectations.
- Performs duties in a professional manner while exhibiting a courteous and cooperative manner to co-workers, management, and public.
- Maintains strictest confidentiality, both internally (with Summit employees) and externally (with non-Summit persons).
- Actively participates in site-level Quality Improvement Activities. Each employee will contribute to the continual evaluation site performance as well as the implementation and measurement of improvement activities that increase the quality of care provided to patients.
- Performs all other duties assigned by supervisor, Site Manager, physician, or Administrative staff.
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required, prefer additional vocational or college credits.
Experience
At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting with phlebotomy experience.
Certification/License
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant certification required.
