CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, to perform clinical procedures to prepare patients and/or research participants for treatment or research protocol.

• Performs all duties related to the preparation, distribution, cataloging and storage of lab specimens for testing.
• To assist physician or other healthcare team member with completion of treatment/protocol.
• To perform simple, non-invasive patient procedures according to applicable policy and/or protocol.
• May perform various clerical and/or lab duties as requested.
• Responds to the unique needs of all patients.

All candidates for this position must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as
a condition of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Work Characteristics

• CMA BLS (within 30 days of employment)
• Some experience in patient care is preferred
• Must be able to recognize the rights and responsibilities of patient confidentiality, Ability to multi-task.
• Must be self-directed/self-motivated
• Must have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to perform a variety of duties often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure
• Must be able to accept responsibility for the direction, control and planning of one's own work Must be able to perform effectively when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations
• Must be able to relate to others in a manner which creates a sense of teamwork and cooperation
• Must be able to communicate effectively with people from every socioeconomic, cultural and educational background

Hourly Range: $15.00 - $23.55

Education

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Currently certified as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) required.
• If certified by another accrediting agency, AAMA or NHA certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
• Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required or must be obtained within thirty (30) days of employment.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.