Certified Medical Assistant at GENTIVA CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE CORP DBA KINDRED

Columbus, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Competencies, Administrative Duties, Patient Vitals, EKGs, Office-Based Procedures, Vaccine Administration, Wound Care, Specimen Collection, Medication Administration, Insurance Verification, Prior Authorizations, Patient Education, EMR Accuracy, OSHA Compliance, HIPAA Compliance, Infection Control

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St.Francis also delivers advanced heart,orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community. Job Summary Performs both clinical and administrative duties to support physicians and nurses in the medical practice/clinic. Utilizes certified-level competencies to provide comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within scope of practice. Ensures high-quality patient experience while upholding clinical standards and organizational values. Essential Functions Assist in rooming patients, taking vitals, performing EKGs, and assisting in office-based procedures under physician supervision. Conduct certified-level clinical procedures such as vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection. Prepare and administer medications under physician direction per certification guidelines. Perform advanced administrative functions, including coordination of care, insurance verification, prior authorizations, and patient education. Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment in accordance with regulatory standards. Ensure proper documentation of clinical tasks and maintain EMR accuracy. Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate. Maintain compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection control procedures. Engage in continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills. Support quality and performance improvement efforts across the clinic. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Proficiency in electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical software. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology. Ability to triage patient concerns and escalate appropriately. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Consistently professional in demeanor and appearance. Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols. Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach. Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds. Use of personal protective equipment as needed. Frequent exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. May involve exposure to cleaning agents and hazardous materials. Must follow established safety procedures and protocols. Education Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Licenses/Certifications Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire. Experience Minimum of one year experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting preferred. Demonstrated clinical competency and ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Must be able to work independently in a high-paced environment.

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Responsibilities

The role involves performing both clinical and administrative tasks to support physicians and nurses, utilizing certified competencies to deliver comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within the scope of practice. Essential functions include assisting with patient rooming, taking vitals, performing EKGs, administering vaccines, managing wound care, collecting specimens, and handling administrative tasks like insurance verification and patient education.