Medical Assistant – Pediatrics - CMA
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The medical assistant:
- performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a physician (medical acts) or assigned supervisor.
- participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN or physician in meeting needs of the patient/family.
- performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care.
- carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed health care personnel.
Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Graduate from a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program or hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), or registration (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.
License or Certification:
Maintains BLS (Basic Life Support) for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs:
1. American Heart Association
2. American Red Cross