Certified Medical Assistant
10 days ago
Columbus
Job DescriptionDescription: Valley Healthcare System, Inc. (formerly Community Health Center of South Columbus) has been proudly serving the Chattahoochee Valley and surrounding regions since 1994. From our beginnings in the Baker Village community, we've expanded to offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, outreach, and pharmacy services. As a patient-centered and team-based healthcare provider, we recognize that our people are the foundation of our success. Position Summary We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our dedicated team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care. The CMA plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency of care delivery and ensuring our patients receive the best possible experience. This position involves both clinical and administrative duties, supporting providers and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment. Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties • Collect patient information, vital signs (BP, TPR, height/weight), and age-specific measurements, • Assist with medical procedures and administer treatments such as nebulizers, oxygen therapy, wound care, EKGs, and more, • Prepare and administer immunizations and injections (as delegated), • Support laboratory functions: specimen collection, preparation, and packaging, • Perform routine x-ray and lab procedures under provider supervision, • Document check-in procedures and manage patient medical records, • Gather and file diagnostic reports for provider review, • Complete non-medical portions of patient forms and requisitions, • Assist with appointment scheduling, referrals, and distribution of test results, • Sterilize and maintain medical instruments and equipment, • Clean and restock examination and treatment areas, • Participate in staff and committee meetings, • Engage in quality improvement activities, including closing care gaps (e.g., A1C, immunizations), • Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, • Columbus, GA, • Fortson, GA, • 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, • 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMRequirements:, • High school diploma or equivalent, • Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program, • Current CMA certification (Georgia or nationally recognized), • Minimum 6 months of CMA experience preferred, • Strong interpersonal and emergency response skills, • Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 lbs, • Full range of motion, including the ability to assist or lift patients, • Normal vision, hearing, and hand-eye coordination, • Exposure to clinical risks: communicable diseases, medical cleaning solutions, radiation, • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Coverage and Long-term Disability Coverage, • No-cost Dental and Vision Services at our Clinics – Additional Dental, Vision, and Short-term Disability Coverage is available for purchase at a reduce cost., • 403(b) retirement plan, • Competitive salary, • CME and expense reimbursement, • Generous paid time off and holidays