Application Instructions:

External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.

 

IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and load ALL documents required in the job posting to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience application page. Use the Select Files button to add multiple documents including your Resume/CV, references, cover letter, and any other supporting documents required in the job posting. The "My Experience" page is the only opportunity to add your required supporting document attachments. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

 

Current Mercer University Employees: Apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Jobs Hub in the search bar. Locate the position and click Apply.

Job Title:

Certified Medical Assistant/Medical Assistant

 

Department:

Mercer Medicine

 

College/Division:

School Of Medicine

 

Primary Job Posting Location:

Jekyll Island, GA 31527

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

The Mercer Medicine clinic in Jekyll Island, Georgia is searching for a part-time, temporary CMA or MA.

 

This part-time, temporary position will work roughly 24 hours/week, and would be temporary from May 1, 2024 through August 31, 2024.

Responsibilities:

This position is expected to demonstrate the ability to multi-task by working with multiple patients, handling multiple phone calls to include appointment related calls, refills, referrals and authorizations. Additionally, this position must display flexibility by working with other positions and serving in a backup role for the Front Desk Support Specialist, which includes, but is not limited to: checking in patients, updating patient information, taking payments, scheduling, and completing forms. This position is also responsible for EMR documentation, patient work up to include vitals, updating patient information and patient education. Under supervision and collaboration with the overseeing physicians, this position will perform annual wellness visits, to include ordering appropriate lab screening test and immunizations based upon the physician’s protocols. This position is expected to perform all other assigned task within the scope of their certification.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and at least six months of healthcare experience are required. Candidates for the Certified Medical Assistant position must have a current national CMA certification. Phlebotomy experience is required for CMAs but is preferred for MAs. Candidates with a current CPR certification are preferred. In addition, candidates must know how to use a computer in order to check patients in and out, to post payments, and to scan. Candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task. Must have experience with an electronic medical record system, preferably EMD and/or EClinical Works.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to multi--task with office functions of medical practice

• Ability to operate basic office equipment: computers, fax, scanner, copier, multi-line phone, etc.

• Customer service skills

• Skill in oral and written communication, including interviewing to gather medical histories, excellent documentation skills to accurately capture and reflect data obtained, and the ability to effectively facilitate communication among providers.

• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply physician protocol, guidelines, and recommendations.

• Ability to work as a member of a team and autonomously; flexibility with various job requirements, positive attitude, initiative, and willingness to learn and perform new tasks.

 

Background Check Contingency:

- Criminal History Check

Document Attachments:

- Resume or work history

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

24

 

Job Family:

Staff Other Non-exempt

 

EEO Statement:

AA/EEO/Veteran/Disability

Mercer University recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.