Certified Medical Assistant, CMA/RMA

Carle Health

. Room patients and collect pertinent medical and medication information .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeTuscola • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care and administrative support, including performing clinical procedures, managing electronic medical records (EMR), and administering medications per provider orders. Holds relevant certifications and maintains competencies in point-of-care testing and specialty training.

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Basic Life Support (BLS)Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)Electronic Medical Records (EMR)Point-of-Care TestingPatient Care

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Hard Skills

Patient Check-In/Check-OutPrior AuthorizationsAppointment SchedulingBenefit VerificationReferral CoordinationTesting CoordinationClinical ProceduresMedication AdministrationDocumentationFollow-Up Communications

Soft Skills

CommunicationPatient EducationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareMedical AssistantHealthcare FacilitiesPharmaciesClinical Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Room patients and collect pertinent medical and medication information
Communicate by telephone with patients, families, pharmacies, and healthcare facilities
Gather, update, and maintain patient information
Perform patient check-in/check-out, prior authorizations, appointment scheduling, benefit verification, referral coordination, and testing coordination
Complete office procedures according to department-specific competencies
Perform point-of-care testing and documentation
Assist with clinical procedures including urine catheterizations, bladder scanning, suture/staple removal, cast application/removal, TB skin test reading, and diagnostic testing
Provide written instructions and condition-specific patient education materials
Administer medications per provider orders
Assist with prescription refills and communicate with pharmacies and patients
Document actions in the EMR
Conduct follow-up telephone communications per provider orders
Maintain competencies related to testing, equipment handling, and specialty training
Assist with minor in-office procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
One of the following certifications: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT), American Allied Health (AAH), or American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
High School Diploma or GED
Previous medical assistant experience preferred
Ability to work Monday-Friday, hours vary
Patient care and administrative support capabilities
Experience with point-of-care testing, equipment handling, and specialty training
Ability to use electronic medical records (EMR)
Ability to perform clinical procedures and administer medications per provider orders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Potential for growth and life-long careers