Certified Medical Assistant, CMA/RMA – Chest Medicine

Carle Health

. Room patients and collect chief complaint, medical history, and medication reconciliation information .

Posted 9/20/2026part-timeUrbana • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care processes, including medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and point-of-care testing. Capable of effectively communicating with patients and healthcare teams while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with medical protocols.

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Basic Life Support (BLS)Medical Assistant Certification (RMA, CMA)Point-of-Care TestingPatient EducationEMR Documentation

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Hard Skills

Patient Check-In/Check-OutMedication ReconciliationVital Signs MonitoringPrior Authorization CompletionDiagnostic Testing CoordinationUrine Catheterization AssistanceSuture/Staple RemovalCast Application/RemovalPrescription Refill AssistanceOffice Procedure Performance

Soft Skills

CommunicationPatient InteractionTeam CollaborationPreceptorship

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Medical Equipment Handling

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)Medical Assistant Credentials (RMA, CMA)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcare Facility CoordinationMedication AdministrationInsurance VerificationPatient Education Materials

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Room patients and collect chief complaint, medical history, and medication reconciliation information
Communicate with patients, families, pharmacies, and healthcare facilities by telephone
Gather and maintain patient information according to department policies and procedures
Perform patient check-in and check-out
Complete prior authorizations for medications and procedures
Schedule appointments and verify insurance benefits
Coordinate referrals and diagnostic testing
Perform office procedures and department-specific duties
Assist with urine catheterizations, bladder scanning, suture/staple removal, and cast application/removal as directed
Read TB skin test results and escalate potential positives
Perform point-of-care diagnostic testing
Provide written instructions and condition-specific patient education materials
Administer medications per provider orders
Assist with prescription refills and contact pharmacies
Document patient interactions and medication actions in the EMR
Obtain and document vital signs, pain level, and medication reviews
Clean and stock exam rooms and supply areas
Order and maintain department supplies and exam-room par levels
Maintain patient and provider schedule flow
Serve as a preceptor and resource for Medical Assistant staff
Track supply and medication expiration dates
Assist with Certificates of Medical Necessity
Call patients with normal laboratory results

Requirements

What you’ll need

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
One of the listed Medical Assistant credentials: RMA (ARMA), RMA (AAH), CMA (NCCT), CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NRCMA (NAHP), or CCMA (NHA)
H.S. Diploma/GED
Maintain competencies related to point-of-care testing, equipment handling, and specialty training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers
Potential for growth and life-long careers