Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Outpatient Care

About the role

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) responsible for providing patient care under supervision in an outpatient setting.

Key responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs, administering medications/injections, collecting specimens, drawing blood, and assisting with exams and procedures.
• Update patient information in electronic medical records (EMR), including medical history, allergies, and current problems.
• Assist physicians with exams, procedures, and patient education, while providing emotional support.
• Conduct diagnostic tests like EKGs, ABIs, and walk tests as needed.
• Obtain labs, administer seasonal vaccines, and manage exam room readiness by cleaning, restocking supplies, and maintaining equipment.
• Handle front office responsibilities such as registration, scheduling, insurance authorization, and payment collection.
• Respond to triage calls, document interactions, and consult with healthcare providers as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and safety procedures.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED; Medical Assisting certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, or MEDCA) required upon hire.
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum one year outpatient experience preferred, with specific skills in phlebotomy, EKG, and manual blood pressure measurement.
• Valid driver’s license if working in virtual care or wellness programs.

Required skills

• Vital signs measurement
• Injections administration
• Specimen collection and phlebotomy
• Electrocardiogram (EKG) testing
• Ankle‑brachial index (ABI) testing
• Walk test administration
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) data entry
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification