GBMC HealthCare

Not-for-profit health system operating hospitals

Medical Assistant

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeUnited States$17.64 - $27.48In-person

About the Job

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant program and national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant.
Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program through Fortis, Community College Baltimore County, Allegany College of Maryland, Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, Harford Community College, Prince George's Community College, or Towson University; or one year of Medical Assistant experience and national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA, AAMA, or RRMA).
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Skill in phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration, and taking vital signs.
Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results.
Ability to pass a medication calculation test with a score of 85% or better before hire.
Certificate of training from an accredited Medical Assistant program or national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant.
BLS CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Ability to walk and stand for up to 80% of work time.
Ability to perform various practices as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist the physician in providing direct patient care and evaluating patients in an office under direct supervision.
Take and record vital signs, perform routine diagnostic tests, administer medications, prepare patients for examinations, and record EKGs.
Maintain the examination schedule and evaluate patients for appropriate preventive or other care, including immunizations, eye exams, Pap smears, pain management, and wound care.
Respond to patient questions; assist patients with dressing and undressing and getting on and off the examination table; and chaperone patients during examinations as needed.
Review diagnostic results and report abnormal results to the physician.
Clean examination rooms between patient exams as needed, maintain room cleanliness and order, stock and order supplies, sterilize medical equipment, and perform assigned medical-office clerical duties.
Maintain supplies and schedule patient appointments.

Under direct supervision, assists physician in providing direct patient care and evaluation of patients in an office. Performs direct patient care such as phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, wound care, medication administration and vital signs. Maintains supplies and schedules patient appointments.

Education

HS, GED, OR

Certificate of training from a nationally recognized Medical Assistant Program and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant

Experience

Successful completion of accredited MA training program through Fortis, Community College Baltimore County, Allegany College of MD, Anne Arundel Community College, CCBC, Harford Community College, PG Community College, or Towson University. OR

1 year of MA experience and National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA, AAMA or RRMA)

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology
Skill in using techniques for phlebotomy, EKG, specimen collection, medication administration and taking vital signs
Skill in written and oral communication
Ability to distinguish normal from abnormal diagnostic results
Ability to pass a medication calculation test with an 85% or better prior to hire

Licensures, Certifications

Certificate of training from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR National Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant
BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

- Performs direct patient care in an office such as:

Takes and records vital signs
Routine diagnostic tests
Administers medications
Prepares patient for exam
Record EKG

- Maintains examination schedule. Evaluates patients for schedule of appropriate preventive or other care such as immunizations, eye exams, PAP smears, pain management, or wound care.

- Responds to patient questions. Assists patient with dressing and undressing, getting off and on examination table. Chaperones patient as needed during examinations.

- Reviews diagnostic results and reports abnormal results to physician.

- Cleans room as needed between patient exams; maintains cleanliness and order of exam rooms. Stocks and orders supplies; sterilizes medical equipment, and performs medical office clerical duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Ability to walk and stand for up to eighty percent (80%) of work time.

Working Conditions

Exposure to disinfectant and detergent solutions. Exposure to human specimens

Conditions of Employment

Ability to do various practices, as needed.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
Actively pursues learning and self-development
Pays attention to detail; follows through

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Sets a positive, professional example for others
Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
Reports to work regularly and on time

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Pay Range

$17.64 - $27.48

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the Company

GBMC HealthCare

Not-for-profit health system operating hospitals

GBMC HealthCare owns and operates Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC), a regional community hospital in Towson, Maryland. It also includes GBMC Health Partners, a network of more than 300 primary care providers and specialists; Greater Baltimore Health Alliance; the GBMC Foundation; and Gilchrist, Maryland’s leading nonprofit provider of serious illness and end-of-life care. The organization coordinates hospital care, outpatient services, and support through its network to deliver medical services to the community. It aims to educate the next generation of clinicians while pursuing high-quality, patient-centered care for every patient and family, aligning care with what the patient would want for their loved ones. Its goal is to improve health outcomes for the community by providing comprehensive medical care, education, and support across its facilities and programs.

Company size: Not listed
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Baltimore, MD
Founded: 1960

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