Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

As required by our governmental client, this position requires being a US Citizen.

Assist physicians in examination and treatment of patients, and performs clerical tasks related to administration of office.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Estimated Starting Salary Range for Certified Medical Assistant:
• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

Certified Medical Assistant Responsibilities Include:

• Obtain information from patients or families to identify major complaints, symptoms, or reasons for seeking healthcare.
• Take all vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, pain level, height, weight, and measurements of head circumference and length.
• Document patient's chief complaints, medication reconciliation, screening tools, and behavioral health intake surveys in the electronic health record.
• Coordinate and facilitate care, communicate relevant information according to the medical plan of care and nursing assessment, and document accordingly in the health record.
• Provide nursing care to patients based on the physician's medical care plan and the patient's physical, mental, and emotional needs. Assist with exams and diagnostic procedures, administer medications, and perform various treatments.
• Screen and review immunization records, administer immunizations, document administration, and maintain accountability for actions and control of vaccines.
• Educate patients and families on self-care procedures, normal versus adverse reactions to immunizations, and special needs such as medication administration and disease early warning signs.
• Perform routine procedures such as EKGs, eye, throat, nasal, or wound cultures, dressing changes, ear irrigation, and application of bandages. Recognize adverse signs and symptoms and perform CPR if needed.
• Input and retrieve data from computerized systems, maintain medical records, ensure coding compliance, and participate in mandatory training and performance improvement activities.
• Review expiration dates for medications, vaccines, and supplies; reorder as needed; assist with checking patients into the system; and complete records and other clerical duties in the absence of the medical receptionist.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Certified Medical Assistant Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) of the American Medical Technologists or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces. Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: Certified Medical Assistant Only: Current certification as a medical assistant by the American Association of Medical Assistants or Current registration by the American Medical Technologists. One year of experience as a Medical Assistant as identified in this PWS after graduation. Experience with CHCS/AHLTA/MHS Genesis preferred but not required.
• Assist in quality improvement data collection and review.
• Help with problem solving regarding quality improvement issues.
• Participate in performance improvement processes action teams as needed.
• Uphold established patient care and practice standards.
• Participate in ongoing review of clinic policies and procedures and make appropriate revisions as required.
• Review and submit reports as required.
• May be assigned to other clinics in the MACH footprint on a temporary basis as needed or for
• additional on the job training
• Participate in all mandatory training.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Integrated Health (CNIH) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNIH, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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Keywords

• Patient Care
• Clinical Procedures
• Medical Terminology
• Administrative Duties
• Phlebotomy

Legal Disclaimer: Cherokee Federal is an equal opportunity employer. Please visit cherokee-federal.com/careers for information regarding our Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Statement, and Accommodation request.

Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Please Note: This position is pending a contract award. If you are interested in a future with Cherokee Federal, APPLY TODAY! Although this is not an approved position, we are accepting applications for this future and anticipated need.