Job description

Background: Central North Alabama Health Services, Inc. (CNAHSI) operates 5 community health centers providing medical, pharmacy, dental and behavioral health services to diverse underserved communities in Madison, Limestone, and Morgan counties. We are a Patient-Centered Medical Home and Joint Commission accredited organization, committed to improving the quality of life in our community by providing access to quality healthcare services. CNAHSI Health Care System celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can achieve their highest potential.

Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) needed for Immediate Hire at Huntsville Family Health Center and New Market Clinic. Pay based on certification and years of experience. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will work under the direct supervision of the physician and nursing manager in cooperation with other office staff in assisting with the safe and effective care of our patients in compliance with established standards and protocols of the company's goals and objectives.

Your duties will include, but not limited to:

• Responsible for clinical functions including the maintenance of patient flow, exam room preparation and turnover, brining patients back to exam room, taking and recording basic medical history, medication reconciliation.
• Assist physicians/nurse practitioners with examinations and procedures as needed.
• Assist patients in understanding provider orders.
• Monitor and document vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respirations, as well as chief complaints, medical history, allergy history for patients, etc.
• Administer medication, injections, phlebotomy and point of care testing needed for patient care.
• Process patients' referrals in a timely manner.
• Responsible for retrieving, routing, and assisting with provider/nurse messages regarding patient telephone calls, messages, and call backs; appointment scheduling; and prescription refills as directed by the provider.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements for safe handling of blood and body fluids.
• Additional responsibilities include clinical compliance in sterilization techniques, sample medication oversight and compliance; OSHA requirements, and any other compliance standards required within the clinical realm of the practice.

Required Education and Certification:

• High School Diploma or General Education (GED).
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant Program. National Medical Assistant Certification required.
• Current CPR Certification in infant, child and adult required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 or more years' experience in an outpatient primary care/doctor's office setting.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records systems and medical terminology.
• Experience working in a busy physician solo practice preferred.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.

Skills/Abilities: Use of computers, telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, adding machine, credit card processing machine, document scanner, stethoscope, EKG machine, pulse oximeter, oxygen devices, wheelchairs, scales, glucose monitor, blood pressure, and other patient care equipment necessary to perform required duties. Ability to provide exceptional customer service to patients, providers and internal customers to aid in meeting patient satisfaction and retention goals of the company.

Required Health Records Documentation: Proof of current Hepatitis B vaccination; negative TB skin test performed within the past 12 months or negative chest x-ray and no evidence of symptoms or completion of treatment. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Annual Flu vaccination is required. A physical will be required if hired. CNAHSI is a Drug Free and Smoke Free workplace.

100% Company Paid Benefits:

Medical and dental insurance

Life and LTD Insurances

Paid PTO

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Visit our website www.cnahsi.com to learn more.

CNAHSI celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can achieve their highest potential.

Come join a team that is "Caring About People"!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work setting:

• In-person
• Medical office
• Office
• Outpatient

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Huntsville, AL 35816: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 2 years (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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