AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Graduation from a Medical Assistant program preferred
Point of Care and Skills Competency checklists
Ability to master standard clinical competencies per current Clinical policy
Knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
Knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
Meaningful Use and Standard Work Programs and concepts within 6 months of hire.
TB validated (to administer or read) or validation obtained within 6 months of hire preferred
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding required
American Medical Cert
National Center for competency Testing (NCMA)
National Health Career Association (CCMA)
American Medical Technologists (RMA)
Current certification in medical assisting required from America Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills