Certified Medical Assistant, CMA

Wellstar Health System

. Provide patient-centered clinical and administrative support to physicians and healthcare professionals .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeGriffin • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates patient-centered clinical and administrative support, ensuring efficient operations in a healthcare setting. Proficient in medical assisting tasks, including vital sign recording, patient preparation, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.

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Medical Assisting CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Patient Care CoordinationFront-Office OperationsTeamwork and Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign RecordingPatient PreparationMedical Record DocumentationPatient Treatment AssistanceScheduling and Check-In/Out

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsTeamworkPatient Comfort Assurance

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Medical Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

CMARMACCMANCMANRCMABLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient-Centered CareHealthcare SupportClinical OperationsQuality ImprovementHealthcare Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide patient-centered clinical and administrative support to physicians and healthcare professionals
Gather and record vital signs and other pertinent patient information
Prepare patients, rooms, and equipment for physician/APP visits and treatments
Assist physicians/APPs with patient treatment
Carry out orders generated from office visits and respond to patient requests
Coordinate tests and follow-up care
Record treatment in the medical record
Maintain patient safety and support a positive patient experience
Assist with front-office operations, including check-in, check-out, scheduling, and other non-clinical functions
Collaborate with providers, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care
Participate in huddles, staff meetings, workgroups, committees, and quality-improvement initiatives
May precept and assist with onboarding or training new team members, trainees, or students
Support efficient use of medical supplies and medications and alert supervisors when supplies are low
Provide staffing coverage for absences, vacation, and leave
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma General or GED General or Other / Certificate Medical Assisting
Current certification from one of the following medical assisting credentialing bodies upon hire: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), or NAHP (NRCMA)
Current BLS card from the American Heart Association upon hire
BLS, ARC-BLS, or BLS-I certification
CMA, MEDCA, NCMA, RMA, or CCMA certification
Experience in the physician practice setting preferred
Minimum 1 year experience in the area or specialty the candidate is applying for preferred
Ability to work quickly and efficiently to assure patient comfort and satisfaction
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Basic computer skills
Organized and attentive to detail
Ability to engage in teamwork and maintain positive working relationships
Must be able to serve patients of all ages
Must comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct

Benefits

Comp & perks

Support to do more meaningful work and enjoy a more rewarding life
Professional competency assessment and required mandatory education
Population-specific education
Relevant training or mentorship opportunities
Participation in professional workgroups, committees, and shared decision-making groups
Full-time schedule: 4 days per week, Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–6:00 PM