Clinic CMA
Family Health Center, Washington, IN, United States
Clinic Certified Medical Assistant
The Clinic CMA plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within both medical and behavioral health settings. This position is responsible for assisting providers and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient/client flow. The Clinic CMA performs routine administrative and clinical tasks and helps ensure positive care experiences for all patients/clients at the Family Health Center. $2,000 sign-on bonus for any new FULL TIME CMA
1-year commitment. This position is a 1.0FTE at our Daviess County FHC working primarily with a Medical Provider. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8A-7P, Friday 8A-3P, off Wednesdays, with a one-hour lunch from 12-1 every day.
Essential Functions
Prepare exam rooms and patients for provider visits, procedures, and treatments
Obtain and review medical histories, medications, vital signs, and other health information
Assist providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort
Administer medications as directed by licensed providers, in accordance with scope of practice
Perform basic laboratory tests
Accurately document all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR)
Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations and medication calls as needed
Maintain neat and clean work and storage areas, specifically supplies
Complies with all regulatory, state, and federal regulations as well as FHC policies and procedures
Obtains and maintains required competencies for the role
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work-Related Experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in primary care, mental health, or integrated healthcare setting preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Mental:
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations, such as medical emergencies or crisis interventions.
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills in dynamic patient care settings.
Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions in high-pressure situations.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and multitasking abilities.
Emotional resilience when working with patients experiencing crisis, trauma, or chronic illnesses.
Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining professional boundaries.
Physical:
Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting of patients or equipment (up to 20 lbs).
Ability to perform repetitive motions, including typing for EHR documentation.
Frequent standing, walking, and reaching to provide patient care.
Dexterity to perform hands-on procedures such as injections and diagnostic testing.
Occasional exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and hazardous materials; adherence to infection control protocols is required.
Prolonged sitting at a desk with frequent computer use.
Working Conditions:
Clinical environment with exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and emotionally challenging patient cases.
Education, Certification, and Licensure
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Certification: Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited program
Licensure: Must have a valid driver's license
Skills
Ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships with patients.
Strong communication, both written and verbal
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Commitment to professional growth and supervision.
Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
The Clinic CMA plays a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within both medical and behavioral health settings. This position is responsible for assisting providers and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient/client flow. The Clinic CMA performs routine administrative and clinical tasks and helps ensure positive care experiences for all patients/clients at the Family Health Center. $2,000 sign-on bonus for any new FULL TIME CMA
1-year commitment. This position is a 1.0FTE at our Daviess County FHC working primarily with a Medical Provider. Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday 8A-7P, Friday 8A-3P, off Wednesdays, with a one-hour lunch from 12-1 every day.
Essential Functions
Prepare exam rooms and patients for provider visits, procedures, and treatments
Obtain and review medical histories, medications, vital signs, and other health information
Assist providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort
Administer medications as directed by licensed providers, in accordance with scope of practice
Perform basic laboratory tests
Accurately document all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR)
Coordinate referrals, prior authorizations and medication calls as needed
Maintain neat and clean work and storage areas, specifically supplies
Complies with all regulatory, state, and federal regulations as well as FHC policies and procedures
Obtains and maintains required competencies for the role
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work-Related Experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in primary care, mental health, or integrated healthcare setting preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Mental:
Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations, such as medical emergencies or crisis interventions.
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills in dynamic patient care settings.
Ability to remain calm and make critical decisions in high-pressure situations.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and multitasking abilities.
Emotional resilience when working with patients experiencing crisis, trauma, or chronic illnesses.
Ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining professional boundaries.
Physical:
Frequent standing, walking, and occasional lifting of patients or equipment (up to 20 lbs).
Ability to perform repetitive motions, including typing for EHR documentation.
Frequent standing, walking, and reaching to provide patient care.
Dexterity to perform hands-on procedures such as injections and diagnostic testing.
Occasional exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and hazardous materials; adherence to infection control protocols is required.
Prolonged sitting at a desk with frequent computer use.
Working Conditions:
Clinical environment with exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and emotionally challenging patient cases.
Education, Certification, and Licensure
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Certification: Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited program
Licensure: Must have a valid driver's license
Skills
Ability to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships with patients.
Strong communication, both written and verbal
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Commitment to professional growth and supervision.
Cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.