Certified Medical Assistant-Family Medicine (Transmountain)

Position Description

Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from department administrator. May supervise other Medical Assistants, clerical staff and student positions. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions. May be stressful when working under emergency conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience in an ambulatory clinical practice setting

• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record systems

• A basic knowledge of medical terminology

• Familiarity with Joint Commission and its standards

• Experience with medical supply inventory and restocking

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent

• Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty

• Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty that particular work will be performed