Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - General Surgery

$1000 Sign On Bonus

A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice. 

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources, including HIPAA and the Corporate Compliance Program.

• Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity, determining chief complaint, and assessing patients’ physical and mental status.

• Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with practice’s charting policy.

• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams, and medical procedures.

• Administers prescribed oral medications and injections (intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal); performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived, and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.

• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment for patients and visitors, including cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments.

• Manages inventory by stocking rooms and taking inventory of medical and exam room supplies.

• Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood, body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.

• Coordinates patient referrals by arranging for specialized consultations/testing and obtaining necessary insurance pre-certifications.

• Provides administrative support by answering phones, scheduling appointments, assisting with patient check-out, and supporting other practice functions as needed. 

Education:

• High school diploma/GED required.   

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program OR equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of education 

Certification: Medical Assistant preferred (required in some departments, will allow 90 days to obtain it) CPR/BLS certification is required 

Experience: Highly prefer at least one year of experience working in a physician office.