Certified Medical Assistant, CMA/RMA

Carle Health

. Assist providers and clinical staff with obtaining vital information and preparing patients for examinations, treatments, and minor surgical procedures .

Posted 9/21/2026part-timePeoria • 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 tasks including vital sign measurement, specimen collection, and medication administration while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA and OSHA. Possesses strong organizational skills for managing patient appointments and documentation in electronic medical records.

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Certified Medical AssistantBasic Life Support (BLS)CPT/ICD-10 CodingVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen Collection

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Hard Skills

Patient ScreeningMedication AdministrationVaccination AdministrationDocumentation in Electronic Medical RecordVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen CollectionCPT/ICD-10 Coding

Soft Skills

Patient EducationCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Certifications & Qualifications

RMA (AMT)CCMA (NHA)CMA (NCCT)CMA (AAMA)

Industry Keywords

CLIA ComplianceOSHA ComplianceSafety and Risk ManagementHIPAA Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist providers and clinical staff with obtaining vital information and preparing patients for examinations, treatments, and minor surgical procedures
Obtain patient history and review of systems; measure and document vital signs
Perform basic rooming functions and screening questions
Draw and collect blood and other patient samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis
Carry out clinical orders, including administering medications and vaccinations orally or by injection
Track follow-up appointments for office visits, laboratory tests, and procedures
Manage results and follow-up as determined by the provider
Complete delegated tasks within certification, licensure, and competency scope
Schedule specialist and outpatient referrals and complete referral and laboratory requisitions with CPT/ICD-10 coding
Document patient care in the electronic medical record using standardized workflows
Answer patient and family questions and provide education
Attend clinic meetings, review communications, and monitor organizational information
Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management, Compliance, HIPAA, and personnel policies
Perform other duties requested by the Clinic Administrator to support office operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma/GED
Certified medical assistant work experience
One of the listed medical assistant certifications: RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), CMA (NCCT), or CMA (AAMA)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days through the American Heart Association
Ability to perform vital signs, patient screening, documentation, specimen collection, medication and vaccination administration within scope of competency
Knowledge of CPT/ICD-10 coding
Compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management, HIPAA, and workplace policies
Regular and consistent attendance
PRN day schedule availability, 8:00–4:30
Work authorization verification through E-Verify

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal opportunity employment
Potential for growth and life-long careers