Medical Assistant

Posted December 12, 2024
Apply: InGenesis


Job Description:

InGenesis is currently sourcingMedical Assistantcandidates to work for client. In this role, you will function as a team member, coordinating patient care with other healthcare staff.

If you meet the qualifications outlined below, apply today and we'll reach out to answer any questions you may have!

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct care to patients within discipline Scope of Practice and performs functions in accordance with current accepted practice, licensure, certification, credentialing and or granted privileges.
  • Provide treatment of persons throughout the life span as appropriate to discipline and facility setting.
  • Complete required competency assessment successfully and updates annually and/or as requested.
  • Perform functions in accordance with current accepted practice and certification.
  • Provide patient care under the supervision of licensed health care staff to include the registered nurse (RN), nurse practitioners (NP), physician assistant (PA), physician, dentist, psychiatrist, pharmacist, or behavioral health provider (BHP).

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Graduate of an approved Medical Assistant Program.
  • Active, unrestricted certification as a Medical Assistant. Certified by one of the following:
    • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA),
    • Registered Medical Assistant by the American Society of Medical Technologists (AMT),
    • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA),
    • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or
    • National Registered title of Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) by the National Health Association for Health Professionals
  • One (1) year of experience as a medical assistant in a clinical setting (preferred).
  • BLS certification through the American Heart Association®.
  • Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).
  • Verbal proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).
  • Ability to pass a federal government security background check.

Physical Demands:
  • The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking or jogging unaided over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy patients or equipment.
  • The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as agility and dexterity, visual, and hearing capabilities.
  • Must be able to respond to any medical emergency in the facility, via foot, within four minutes and perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
  • Must have the ability to assist sick, injured, or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency.

EEO Statement:

InGenesis is proud to be an affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation in the hiring process, please let us know by visiting our website at https://www.ingenesis.com/careers/site-accommodations

Company Statement:

InGenesis is one of the largest staffing firms in the industry and is among the largest diversity-owned healthcare staffing firms in North America. InGenesis is dedicated to placing people in positions that preserve life, improve lives, and inspire others. This does not happen without passionate people: skilled colleagues who are motivated to create innovative solutions and deliver superior service to our clients. InGenesis counts almost half of the Fortune 500 in our nearly 300 clients, including clients in the healthcare, life sciences, higher education and pharma industries.