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Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA), Day Shift, Cardiac Associates

Adventist HealthCare, Germantown, MD, United States


Job Location
Cardiac Associates - Germantown

Position Title
Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

Support patient care delivery by preparing patients and assisting clinicians in the exam rooms

Accurately document and record patient examination, treatment, and test results into EMR in accordance with department policy

Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations

Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential

Follow CDC isolation guidelines, infection control practices, demonstrate appropriate use of PPE, perform hand washing according to policy, and enforce safety regulations

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

1–2 years of experience in a clinical environment preferred

Current Certified Medical Assistant / CMA required

Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Medical Assistant training in sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, medical supplies & equipment

Computer knowledge and typing skills

Strong customer service skills

Ability to multi‑task and maintain professionalism in stressful situations

Familiarity with medical office procedures and practice management software

Familiarity with medical terminology, CPT & ICD coding, and insurance requirements

Ability to process requests efficiently and promptly

Ability to abide by HIPAA, OSHA, and Adventist HealthCare policies and procedures

Work Schedule

Employment Type: Full‑time

Hours per Week: 40

Typical Daily Schedule: Monday–Friday; coverage of sister offices may be required with notice

Shift Type: Day Shift

Weekend Requirements: None

Holiday Requirements: None

On‑Call: No

Pay Range: $19.21 – $26.42 per hour

FLSA Classification: Non‑Exempt

Benefits

Work‑life balance through non‑rotating shifts

Recognition and rewards for professional expertise

Free employee parking

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents effective on date of hire

Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, basic life insurance and AD&D; short‑term disability buy‑up available

Paid time off

Employer retirement contribution and match after 1 year of eligible employment with a 3‑year vesting period

Voluntary benefits including flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long‑term care, and critical illness & accident insurance

Subsidized childcare at participating centers

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

Equal Employment Opportunity
Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission‑centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants’ religious beliefs. Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.

Vaccination Policy
Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends that all applicants be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.

Tobacco & Drug Policy
Tobacco use is a well‑recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use. Medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result. Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re‑apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past 90 days and successfully pass follow‑up testing.

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