Mid-Atlantic HERC

We are seeking a Medical Assistant in ambulatory practice areas function as integral members of the interdisciplinary team. Responsible for direct patient care and clinic operations, including the maintenance of the environment of care and supplies/equipment. Shares the responsibility with other clinicians in ensuring a safe environment for the patient while providing quality care and a positive patient experience. Functions clinically under the authority of the physician within the scope of their certification. The CMA reports to the Clinic Supervisor. CMA’s may be asked to float between other JHU Dermatology clinics where care is similar and/or competence is evaluated suggesting the individual is capable of providing complete and correct patient care.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist patient to exam room.
• Screen patient prior to doctor's exam and document in EPIC.
• Prepare for patient procedures.
• Effectively explain processes to patient.
• Maintain inventory and supply ordering.
• Help monitor clinic flow.
• Stock exam rooms.
• Determine appropriate information and resources needed related to clinical situation.
• Organize and summarize information.
• Uses various equipment to monitor vital signs (automated & manual) height, weight, cardiac monitor, ECG, Point-of-care equipment, sterilization equipment, scopes and emergency equipment, etc.
• Identify signs indicative of a changing patient care situation and notifies the appropriate individual based on the issue.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and critical thinking as they perform patient care activities, provides guidance for and acts as a role model in the clinical area.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement in order to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Under the direction of the Clinic Manager, takes appropriate clinical actions using available resources, to achieve positive outcomes for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Independently prioritizes daily tasks and assignments.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant (e.g. CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP).
• If not currently certified/registered, must become certified/registered within 180 days (6 months) of date of hire.
• Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required.
• Must maintain MA and CPR certification/registration during duration of employment in this position.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Dermatology Medical Assistant experience.

Classified Title: Medical Assistant   
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB  
Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY ($50,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: 8:30am - 5:00pm 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: District of Columbia  
Department name: Dermatology Sibley   
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

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