Emory Healthcare · 6 hours ago
Medical Assistant / Internal Medicine
Duluth, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expEmory Healthcare is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia, and they are seeking a Medical Assistant to perform patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider. The role involves routine clinical tasks, administrative support, and maintaining patient records in a supportive environment.
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Responsibilities
Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a licensed provider, RN, or LPN
Responsible for performing routine and more complex medical assistant clinical duties to include, but not limited to, taking vital signs, administering a limited profile of medications per The Emory Clinic approved policy, performing simple diagnostic tests, collecting specimens, drawing blood, sterilizing and cleaning equipment, and maintaining examination rooms in an outpatient care setting
As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment to enhance customer and staff satisfaction
Assists in emergency situations as directed by an licensed provider, RN, or LPN
May also be responsible for some administrative duties in support of patient and practice operations including patient check in/out, responding to patient requests, reinforcing patient and family education, and visitor/telephone reception
Maintains patients' charts and records data, ensuring proper identification, documentation, routing, and confidentiality
Maintains a clean and healthy environment in compliance with Universal Precaution guidelines and safety standards
Orders, verifies, and stores unit supplies
All duties and patient interaction performed in accordance with Emory Healthcare patient and family centered care standards
May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Performs other related responsibilities as required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
Basic computer skills required
Current AHA BLS certification is required for hire and must be maintained throughout employment
Current certification as one of the following is required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Must successfully complete all medical assistant orientation and training requirements and annual skills competency
Preferred
One year work experience preferred
Preferred certification is the CMA or RMA
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
Family-focused benefits
Wellness incentives
Ongoing mentorship , development, and leadership programs
Company
Emory Healthcare
Emory Healthcare is the largest healthcare system in the state of Georgia., United States.
10001+ employees
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Executive Officer
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