Medical Assistant

Bronson Healthcare

Medical Assistant providing general nursing functions under direct provider supervision in diabetes and endocrinology. Role involves patient assessment, support, and documentation in a hospital setting.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeKalamazoo • Missouri • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical skills and patient care, including vital sign assessment, medication reconciliation, and laboratory testing. Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients and healthcare professionals while maintaining confidentiality and documentation standards.

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CMA/CCMA/RMA CertificationBLS CertificationEMR ExperienceClinical SkillsPatient Assessment

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign AssessmentMedication ReconciliationLaboratory TestingPhlebotomyPatient Chart DocumentationPatient EducationSpecimen CollectionScheduling AppointmentsInventory ManagementTreatment Administration

Soft Skills

Effective Problem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

CMA CertificationCCMA CertificationRMA CertificationBLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcareMedical AssistantConfidentialityClinical Documentation

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Working under provider’s direction provides general nursing functions for the practice
Records vital signs, immunizations, provides initial patient assessment, obtains concise patient history, and provides various clinical information and support to providers
Processes and posts information to patient’s chart, educates patients and families regarding medications, treatments and care, and referrals
Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served
Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other
Documents pertinent information in chart
Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place
Administer treatments as requested by the physician
Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc
Performs laboratory tests as directed by the physician
Accurately documents required information in patient charts
Set up and assist physician with procedures (laceration repair, pap/pelvic, etc)
Schedule outside tests or procedures for patients in other departments of facilities such as x-ray, MRI, etc
Prepares patients for tests/procedures by providing appropriate instructions
Coordinate admissions, referrals, call in prescriptions, etc
Stock exam rooms with supplies as needed
Conduct day to day inventory of supplies and report items to be ordered
Assist in the scheduling of appointments in EMR system as required
Able to screen calls and determine urgency, necessity of appointments or whether phone advice is sufficient
Assists in completion of misc. patient forms (Worker Compensation, Disability, etc)
Attend staff, educational or other meetings as required
Performs other related duties as assigned by nurses, practice manager, or physician

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program CMA/CCMA/RMA certified
Meet eligibility requirements to take CMA/RMA and must be obtained within 6 months of hire
BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire/transfer
Knowledge of clinical skills as required with Medical Assistant Certification/Registration
Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and process information in a confidential manner
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, doctors and other staff
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
Ability to work independently and function as an integral team member with other healthcare professionals
Must have personal computer skills with EMR experience highly desirable and the ability to input and retrieve data from the organization's computerized systems
Must have excellent verbal and communication skills
Ability to maintain positive customer service
Ability to establish effective working relations with physicians, office staff, and employees in a team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-On Bonus External Candidates Only: Up to $1,500.00
Retention Bonus External Candidates Only, $1,500.00