Certified Medical Assistant CMA Northeast Georgia Physicians Group NGPG Concierge Medicine FT Days

Job Category: Physician Services / Physician Clinics Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job Summary The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a crucial role at NGHS by providing both clinical and administrative support to medical professionals. Responsibilities entail a mix of patient care, clerical duties, and assisting practitioners with medical procedures. This position requires certification and often involves working in various healthcare settings such as hospitals, private practices, and clinics. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other certifications: Active Registry or Certification as a Medical Assistant through a recognized certification body. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum Experience: Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proficiency in medical terminology and procedures Ability to multitask and prioritize various responsibilities Attention to detail and accuracy Competency in using medical software and electronic health records Problem-solving skills and critical thinking Empathy and a patient-centered approach to care Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Taking patient histories and vital signs Preparing patients for examination Assisting physicians during exams and procedures Collecting and processing laboratory specimens Administering medications as directed by the physician Performing basic laboratory tests Instructing patients about medication and special diets Removing sutures and changing dressings Facilitating patient education and promoting health habits Greeting and assisting patients as they arrive Scheduling appointments and managing calendars Maintaining patient records and filing documents Managing correspondence and communication Coordinating referrals and follow-up care Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and policies Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time Vision: Moderate, Frequently 31-65% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65% Intensity of Work: Occasionally 0-30% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding, Driving Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest - with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties. Learn more at www.nghs.com.