Certified Medical Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Certified Medical Assistant to join our nephrology clinic located in Paris, TX. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in clinical procedures, patient care, and medical administrative support. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient service, supporting physicians and healthcare professionals, and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Your expertise will help provide comprehensive care in a fast-paced environment, including satellite clinics in Sulphur Springs and Idabel, OK. Join our team to make a meaningful difference in patient health outcomes through expert clinical support and compassionate care delivery!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the timely and accurate check-in and check-out of patients at satellite clinic location(s).
• Update patient demographics in the EHR system as needed.
• Escort patients to the exam room, review their medications with them, obtain their medical history, take vital signs, and document all information collected in the patient’s EHR chart before seeing the provider.
• Assist patients with questions related to their healthcare. This includes providing instructions to patients regarding medications and/or special diets as directed by their provider.
• Clean and sterilize medical instruments, equipment, and rooms per established guidelines.
• Schedule referrals and/or procedures as ordered by the provider.
• Complete all provider orders promptly per established policy and procedure.
• Review labs in EHR and oversee the trending of current and future lab results.
• Triage phone calls and messages. Return calls promptly per established policy and procedure.
• Assist with documenting medication samples, as needed.
• Personal vehicle required for travel to satellite clinics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program.
• National certification as a CCMA or equivalent certification.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Current immunization records required for working in healthcare (Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis).
• Prior experience in a medical office or clinic setting is preferred. Knowledge of nephrology highly preferred.
• Bilingual preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and ICD coding is essential for accurate documentation.
• Experience with EHR systems and medical administrative support functions is necessary for efficient workflow management. Prior experience with EPIC is highly preferred.
• Strong communication skills combined with a compassionate approach to patient service are critical for success in this role.

Pay

From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location

In person