General Summary/Purpose:

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in ambulatory practice areas function as integral members of the interdisciplinary team. The CMA is responsible for direct patient care and clinic operations, including the maintenance of the environment of care and supplies/equipment. The CMA shares the responsibility with other clinicians in ensuring a safe environment for the patient while providing quality care and a positive patient experience. The CMA functions clinically under the authority of the physician within the scope of their certification. The CMA reports to the Clinic Manager, who is responsible for the administrative supervision and direction of staff, orientation and annual assessment of competencies and the assurance to clinic specific policies and procedures. CMA’s may be asked to float between other JHU Dermatology clinics where care is similar and/or competence is evaluated suggesting the individual is capable of providing complete and correct patient care.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist patient to exam room.
• Screen patient prior to doctor's exam and document in EPIC.
• Prepare for patient procedures.
• Effectively explain processes to patient.
• Maintain inventory and supply ordering.
• Help monitor clinic flow.
• Stock exam rooms.
• Determine appropriate information and resources needed related to clinical situation
• Organize and summarize information.

• Uses various equipment to monitor vital signs (automated & manual) height, weight, cardiac monitor, ECG, Point-of–care equipment, sterilization equipment, scopes and emergency equipment, etc.
• Identify signs indicative of a changing patient care situation and notifies the appropriate individual based on the issue.
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and critical thinking as they perform patient care activities, provides guidance for and acts as a role model in the clinical area.
• Identifies and recommends opportunities for improvement in order to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Under the direction of the Clinic Manager, takes appropriate clinical actions using available resources, to achieve positive outcomes for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Independently prioritizes daily tasks and assignments.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED required
• Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant (e.g. CMA, AAMA, RMA, AMT, NAHP) required. 
• Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross required
• Must maintain MA and CPR certification/registration during duration of employment in this position

• Experience as a CMA, preferably in dermatology.

Classified Title: Medical Assistant 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Dermatology Technician   
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB  
Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY ($40,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Casual / On Call 
Schedule: M - F; 8:30am - 5:00pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: JH at Howard County Hospital 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Dermatology Howard County  
Personnel area: School of Medicine