Medical Assistant Cert WMG

Company: WellStar Health System, Inc.
Location: Marietta
Posted on: May 20, 2023

Job Description:

ResponsibilitiesThe Certified Medical Assistant functions under the direction of the Physician, Clinical Lead, Clinical NurseSupervisor, Nurse Supervisor and/or Office Manager. Recognizes patient's needs and symptoms inadvance. Provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in themedical record. Assists with explaining patient instructions to the patient/family. Demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages including neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatricpopulations. Performs other duties as necessary.QualificationsRequired Minimum Education:

• High School diploma and/or equivalent required.
• Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program preferred.
• Graduate from a newly formed medical assistant program in which the program has the intent to seek CAAHEP or ABHES accreditation preferred.Required Minimum Certification:
  • Must have successfully passed a Medical Assistant credentialing body examination (AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT) with current and maintained Medical Assistant Credential.
  • Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association, prior to hire date.Required Minimum Experience:
    • Work experience in a practice setting preferred.
    • Specific experience in practice specialty may be required.Required Skills:
      • Must be organized and attentive to detail.
      • Must be able to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction.
      • Able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills.
      • The employee should also be able to adhere to the Wellstar Credo and Code of Conduct.

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