Certified Medical Assistant

Job description:

Health Services, Inc. is a progressive healthcare organization specializing in innovative quality patient care, integrating physical, mental and social well-being. HSI has served the community for over 50 years by providing patients with a full range of quality comprehensive services. We have 11 clinics located throughout the River Region, 2 mobile clinics, and 4 school-based clinics in partnership with Montgomery Public Schools.

HSI is looking for a Certified Medical Assistant to join our team in Montgomery, AL. Our CMAs are an integral part of our team, providing clinical and clerical support to our Providers and patients.

Shifts: 7:30am-4:30pm or 1:00pm-10:00pm

Clinical Support & Patient Care

• Clinical Competency: Maintains verified proficiency as outlined in the Nursing Competency Summary Sheet and Unit Orientation Checklist.
• Provider Assistance: Prepares patients for exams and assists providers with specialized treatments, referrals, and medical procedures within the scope of training and HSI protocols.
• Medication Administration: Administers injections under approved circumstances, provided valid training and certification are maintained.
• Patient Education: Delivers comprehensive patient education and supports fellow staff in educational outreach.
• Infection Control: Strictly adheres to and enforces infection-control policies, with an uncompromising focus on hand hygiene and aseptic techniques.
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Documentation & Communication

• Records Management: Accurately documents return patient visits, assigned logs, and tracking metrics within the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Information Integrity: Ensures all patient encounters are completed correctly and routed to the appropriate location or department.
• Confidentiality: Maintains strict patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance in all reporting and communication.
• Professional Communication: Participates in team meetings and utilizes appropriate departmental channels for reporting and feedback.

Operations & Maintenance

• Environment of Care: Ensures a safe, orderly, and clinical environment by daily cleaning and stocking of exam rooms, nursing stations, and equipment.
• Staff Development: Assists with the orientation and clinical shadowing of new personnel and students as requested.
• Flexibility: Remains available for evening clinics and rotations to alternative clinical sites as assigned by the Director of Nursing (DON) or Charge RN.
• General Support: Performs other related duties as assigned to support clinic workflows.

Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Education: Completion of a Medical Assistant program from an accredited institution.
• Certification: Current Medical Assistant certification, including authorization to administer injections.
• Life Support: Active BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of previous clinical experience is highly preferred.

Benefits:

• 403b
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift (7:30am-4:30pm) or After Hours (1:00pm-10:00pm)
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• health clinic: 1 year (Required)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
• HIPAA: 1 year (Preferred)
• administering injections: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant Certification (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• Accredited State Medical Assistant Program (Required)