Medical Assistant Apprentice

Overview

Where you matter as much as the work you do

Join Emory Healthcare (EHC) if you’re looking for an opportunity with one of the nation's leading Atlanta hospitals in cardiology and heart surgery, cancer, neurology, and more! EHC is where those around you are dedicated to the power of teamwork, fostering an environment where you can learn, grow, and innovate with similarly passionate professionals. Work with us to improve the quality of life throughout Georgia through partnerships with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Georgia Institute of Technology, and other organizations and make a bigger, greater impact than you ever thought possible.

Description

7am- 5:30pm/ PRN / At least 24 hours a month

We are seeking a capable Medical Assistant Apprentice/ MA who has acquired broad experience in caring for patients and has developed a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient population.

• The Medical Assistant - Apprentice works under the direction of a Medical Assistant mentor for on-the-job training to provide basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients' care, comfort, and safety.
• The Medical Assistant - Apprentice performs in a manner consistent with Emory Healthcare's mission, policies, and initiatives while always maintaining patient confidentiality.
• The Apprentice will always function under the direct supervision of the Certified Medical Assistant.
• Engages in opportunities presented to learn tasks related to the medical assistant role.
• Prepares instruments, equipment, and materials needed for patient care; keeps exam room aseptic, neat, and supplied.
• Prepares patients for exams and assists provider with exams/tests/procedures as needed.
• Instructs patients in preparation for specific procedures and tests when appropriate.
• Ensures that charges are submitted in a timely manner.
• Communicates with patients regarding their concerns, collects information, and relays this information professionally and efficiently to the provider.
• Regular attendance is required to carry out the essential functions of the position.
• Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform, within scope, role-specific functions.

Minimum Qualification

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Active enrollment and good standing in a CAAHEP Accredited Program with pending graduation and passing of certification exam within 6 months of hire required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) certification is required at hire. Within 60 days from graduation of the MA program, certification as one of the following is required: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcare Association (NHA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Graduate of a vocational technical Health Unit Coordinator Program, Medical Office Specialist, or Medical Secretary preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Keyboard, computer, and telephone proficiency.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.