Certified Medical Assistant

Applicants must apply with an active, current email and phone number.

Hale County Health Care Authority is a certified drug-free workplace. All potential new hires must undergo a background check and drug screening before employment. 

Location: 

Moundville Medical Associates 

40870 AL-69 suite a, Moundville, AL 35474, USA

Normal Hours:

Monday-Friday from 8AM-5PM 

Classification:

Full-Time; 40 hours a week

This job description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude other work assignments not mentioned.

SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant is responsible for providing and assisting with patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed health care provider in a clinic setting.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

1.     Room patients, obtain vitals, patient history and reason for seeking care.

2.     Adds current home medications list to patient chart.

3.     Documents appropriately in the patients EMR results of procedures performed.

4.     Responsible for patient flow from waiting area to exam rooms.

5.     Administer medications, phlebotomy, perform x-rays, and lab testing.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1.     Maintains work area, exam room and supplies daily.

2.     Assists medical staff when necessary

3.     Attends in-services and mandatory meetings.

4.     Adheres to the dress code, attendance and all other company policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

1.     Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.  This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent. 

2.     Completion of an accredited medial assistant program preferred.

3.     Maintains current CPR certification.

4.     Good verbal and written communication skills.  Adaptable to changing work schedules and patient needs.  Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

5.     One year experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1.     May be exposed to the risk of communicable diseases and radiation.

2.     May require handling of unclean or infectious materials.

3.     Normally works in a well-lighted, well-ventilated area.

4.     Must be able to work under the stress and conditions that normally exist in a clinic setting.

5.     Classification Category 1 – Tasks that involve exposure to blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.