Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Location: Glendale, CA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Company: Lew Medical
Category: Non-Provider
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Job DescriptionWe are looking for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our internal medicine clinic team on a full-time basis in Moreno Valley. As a CMA, you will play a vital role in supporting both clinical and administrative operations, ensuring that patients receive high-quality care and that office workflows remain efficient. This position is ideal for professionals with a strong background in medical assisting who are dedicated to providing excellent patient service and have a keen understanding of healthcare protocols, particularly within an internal medicine setting.
Responsibilities- Perform clinical back-office duties, such as preparing examination rooms, assisting physicians during patient exams, collecting specimens, and administering injections as needed.
- Execute front-office duties, including patient check-in and check-out, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance information, and handling medical records securely.
- Support the implementation of Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set (HEDIS) and 5 Star quality measures, ensuring that the clinic meets or exceeds healthcare performance benchmarks.
- Conduct and manage Annual Health Assessments, including patient screenings and data collection, to support preventive healthcare initiatives.
- Participate in the development and implementation of individualized care plans, collaborating with clinical staff to address patient needs and improve outcomes.
- Minimum of two years' experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), preferably in an internal medicine or similar clinical setting.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and medical coding practices, ensuring accurate documentation and billing.
- Proficient computer skills, including experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems for patient documentation and data management.
- Understanding of health insurance plans, including Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) and Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) structures, as well as familiarity with medical group affiliations.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical staff.
- Familiarity with HEDIS and 5 Star quality measures requirements is highly desirable.
- Experience performing annual health assessments and contributing to the development of care plans is preferred.
Working as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in Moreno Valley provides an opportunity to serve a diverse patient population in a thriving healthcare community. The city offers a supportive environment for healthcare professionals to grow and make a positive impact on patient outcomes.
Equal Opportunity EmployerWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.