Certified Medical Assistant, CMA/RMA – Behavioral Health

Carle Health

. Room patients by collecting vital signs and completing medication reconciliation .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeChampaign • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care coordination, including vital sign collection, medication administration, and prior authorization processing. Proficient in using EMR systems and maintaining accurate patient records while providing effective communication with healthcare providers and patients.

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Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationEMR Systems ProficiencyMedication AdministrationPoint-of-Care Testing

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign CollectionMedication ReconciliationOffice ProceduresPoint-of-Care Diagnostic Specimen CollectionPrior Authorization ProcessingPrescription Refill ManagementData EntryStatistical TrackingPatient EducationInjection Inventory Maintenance

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsPatient Care SupportAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

EMR SystemsDatabasesSpreadsheetsElectronic Records

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

Patient Care CoordinationHealthcare FacilitiesMedication AdministrationAddiction RecoveryFlu Clinics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Room patients by collecting vital signs and completing medication reconciliation
Complete telephone communications with patients, families, pharmacies, and healthcare facilities
Gather and maintain patient information via telephone
Facilitate and coordinate care between patients, physicians, and registered nurses
Assist with patient check-in and check-out processes
Complete prior authorizations for medications and services
Coordinate referrals and diagnostic testing
Maintain injection inventory
Transcribe and communicate normal laboratory results to patients
Perform office procedures according to department competencies and protocols
Collect point-of-care diagnostic specimens, including urine samples and buccal swabs
Participate in department flu clinics, including vaccine administration and documentation
Provide written instructions regarding procedures, medications, and follow-up care
Retrieve and provide condition-specific patient education materials
Administer medications according to provider orders
Assist with prescription refill requests and communicate approved prescription orders to pharmacies
Document medication refill activities and patient communications in the EMR
Maintain competencies related to point-of-care testing, equipment operation, and specialty training
Provide coverage support for Addiction Recovery on Kirby as needed
Process high volumes of prior authorizations and prescription refill requests
Enter data into databases and logs for statistical tracking and reporting
Create, maintain, and update spreadsheets and electronic records
Prepare routine correspondence and administrative documentation
Maintain accurate patient and departmental records
Collaborate with healthcare providers and staff to ensure efficient patient care coordination

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from ARMA, AAH, or AMT; or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from NCCT or AAMA; or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) certification from NAHP; or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification from NHA
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association, required within 30 days
H.S. Diploma/GED
Ability to perform routine administrative and patient care support duties
Ability to collect vital signs and complete medication reconciliation
Ability to perform office procedures according to department competencies and protocols
Ability to collect point-of-care diagnostic specimens, including urine samples and buccal swabs
Ability to administer medications according to provider orders
Ability to use EMR systems, databases, logs, spreadsheets, and electronic records
Ability to process prior authorizations and prescription refill requests
Ability to maintain accurate patient and departmental records
Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Ability to provide coverage support for Addiction Recovery on Kirby as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

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