Clinic CMA Kernersville Primary Care
Kernersville, NC 
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Job Description
Clinic CMA Kernersville Primary Care
ID 2024-22863
Location Cone Health Primary Care - MedCenter Kernersville Work Location US-NC-Kernersville Division : Name Ambulatory Department : Name AMBSVC-MC Family Med Kernersville Category PATIENT CARE Position Sub-Category CMA Position Type Full Time (40 hours/week) Employment Type Employee Exempt/NonExempt Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Workforce Status Onsite Work Hours 40.00 Provider Schedule (specific schedule) Mon-Friday 8am-5pm On call Required No Sub Category Certified Medical Assistant Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Candidates $2500 sign on bonus for eligible candidates
Overview
The Certified Medical Assistant provides team based patient care as directed by the Physician. They provide support to nursing, lab, clerical, and Physician staff in order to facilitate positive patient outcomes. Clinical knowledge and skills relate to newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations.
**Participation in a Clinical Orientation and Competency Evaluation, and ability to pass a Clinical Skills Assessment and Medication Administration test within ninety (90) days of hire, and within 3 attempts.**

Talent Pool: Nursing Support

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care as delegated by the MD and according to standard plans of care appropriate to the patient's condition, needs, and/or age and under the supervision of the MD/APP. Assists in collection of data including biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors. Enters data, such as vital signs and implements the plan of care as directed by the MD/APP. During patient office visit, implements protocols/standing orders based on patient complaint or reason for visit. Takes verbal orders from the provider and documents them appropriately. Performs 12-lead EKGs, select respiratory care procedures and other assigned patient care for which adequate training has been provided and for which competencies have been demonstrated. Instructs patient in collection of samples and tests.
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Under the direction of supervising physicians, may administer oral and parenteral medications (except for IV) including immunizations, controlled substances, therapeutic injections, skin tests and treatments, and other treatment modalities according to specified policies and procedures and medical assisting standards. Documents all administrations accurately and in a timely manner. Completes prior authorizations for medications as needed and communicates physician prescriptions to pharmacies by phone and fax as needed.
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Huddles with the provider and care team members prior to clinic to complete pre-visit preparation. Initiates and reinforces patient teaching from plan determined by the MD/APP, including the discharge summary/AVS. Assists with scheduling patient appointments, tests, admissions and follow-through with physician orders. Obtains all appropriate prior authorization or pre-certification for patients. Utilizes websites or payer hotlines to verify if an authorization is required for any service. Carries out referral orders to other specialty offices, performing required documentation and coordination. Coordinates tests with schedulers, pre-certification staff, and patients and their families.
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Oversees appointment bookings, ensuring preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Maintains timely flow of patients. Provides accurate, complete, and timely documentation of all medical assistant procedures in the medical record.
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Assists with the preparation of equipment, exam rooms, and laundry. Restocking examination areas as necessary. Cleaning rooms weekly. Demonstrates through knowledge and practice, principles of infection control and universal precautions, adherence to OSHA standards, JCAHO standards and Hazardous Material guidelines.
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Qualifications

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma or equivalent, Required
Diploma/Certificate in Medical Assistant Program preferred.

EXPERIENCE:
2, Healthcare - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Preferred
Preferred: Physician Office Experience

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:
REQUIRED
BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider
Required:
Current and active certification as a medical assistant by one of the following: American Allied Health (AAH), American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Healthcareer Association (NHA), American Registry of Medical Assistants (RMA), National Healthcare Worker's Association (NHCWA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), National Registry of Medical Assistants (NRMA).
PREFERRED

Cone Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to providing equal opportunity employment opportunities for applicants and employees. All employees and applicants for employment will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, ability, and performance without regard to race, religion, age sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or as otherwise protected by law.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
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