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Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA)

What is it?

A clinical medical assistant (CMA) plays a crucial role in supporting doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in patient care settings. They work directly with patients, performing various clinical and administrative tasks that contribute to the smooth operation of a medical practice.

Here’s a breakdown of some key responsibilities of a clinical medical assistant:

Clinical Duties:

  • Taking vital signs: This includes measuring temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation.
  • Collecting and preparing laboratory samples: This may involve blood draws, urine samples, or other specimens as directed by a healthcare professional.
  • Assisting with examinations and procedures: CMAs may help prepare patients for examinations, sterilize instruments, and assist doctors or nurses during procedures.
  • Administering medications: Under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional, CMAs may administer certain medications orally, topically, or through injections.
  • Dressing wounds and changing bandages: They may perform basic wound care and dressing changes as instructed by a healthcare provider.
  • Monitoring patient conditions: CMAs may observe patients for signs and symptoms of changes in their condition and report them to healthcare professionals.
  • Providing patient education: They may educate patients about their conditions, medications, and self-care instructions.
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Administrative Duties:

CMAs may handle scheduling appointments, confirming patient information, and managing appointment books.

They may update patient medical records with information about their visits, procedures, and medications.

This may involve preparing prescriptions, referrals, and other medical documents.

CMAs may answer phone calls, schedule appointments, and address routine patient inquiries.

This may involve sterilizing equipment, restocking supplies, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Length of Training

11-41 weeks

Type of Training

In Person/Hybrid

* Salary Range

$34,600 - $44,400

(entry level – experienced)

* Regional Jobs Available

2,207

(3 year forecast)

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Is it Right For You?

Here are some essential skills and qualities for success as a clinical medical assistant:

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills: Effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals is crucial.
  • Compassion and empathy: CMAs should be able to understand and respond to the needs of patients with sensitivity and respect.
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail: They need to be organized, manage their time effectively, and pay close attention to detail to ensure accuracy in various tasks.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team: CMAs need to be able to work independently on assigned tasks, while also collaborating effectively with other healthcare professionals.
  • Problem-solving skills: They need to be able to identify and address potential issues that may arise during their daily tasks.
  • Technical skills: Familiarity with basic medical terminology, equipment operation, and software applications used in healthcare settings can be beneficial.

Overall, clinical medical assistants play a vital role in supporting the healthcare team by providing efficient and compassionate care to patients. It’s a rewarding career path for individuals seeking to contribute to the healthcare field and work directly with patients.

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Stephanie underwood - Chief financial Officer

Stephanie Underwood serves as Chief Financial Officer at Great Jobs KC, where she leads the organization’s financial strategy in support of its mission to create economic mobility through education and workforce opportunities. With more than 17 years of experience in nonprofit finance, Stephanie brings deep expertise in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance. She is passionate about using her career as a platform to serve and support mission-driven organizations, helping them maximize impact through strong financial stewardship.

Prior to joining Great Jobs KC, Stephanie served as Chief Financial Officer for Griffith Centers, a behavioral and mental health organization, where she oversaw financial operations for a multi-million-dollar organization spanning residential, educational, and community-based programs. She also spent nearly a decade as Vice President of Accounting Services at NFP Partners, providing CFO-level leadership to nonprofit organizations across the country, with a focus on strategic growth, audit readiness, and governance.

Outside of her professional role, Stephanie volunteers her time at her church and serves on the board of a local nonprofit. She is known for her collaborative leadership style and her commitment to aligning financial strategy with mission impact. She holds a Master of Science in Accounting and is proud to be a first-generation college graduate.

 

 

 

Adult Learner College Scholarship

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Program offers:

  • Up to $25,000 paid directly to the college over the course of up to six years.
  • Once awarded, the Scholar can enroll full or part-time the fall semester following awarding.
  • Scholarship can be used at any of our college partners. See our current list of partners HERE.
  • Scholarship can be used towards an associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, or a credit-bearing credential. 

Eligibility Requirements: 

  • Be a high school graduate or GED holder (24 years or older).
  • Live in one of the six eligible counties. (Kansas: Wyandotte, Johnson; Missouri: Cass, Clay, Jackson, Platte)
  • Be income eligible. (FASFA Student Aid Index of 12,000 or less)
  • Have not previously earned a bachelor’s degree.
  • Have not previously been awarded a KC Scholars Scholarship (Traditional or Adult Learner).
  • Is not currently enrolled in a Great Jobs KC Skills Training Program.
  • US Citizenship/Residency is not required to apply.

If you need more information on program details, please find our FAQs HERE

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Jimmy Swift - Chief Operating Officer

As the Chief Operating Officer, Jimmy Swift is responsible for overseeing our core programs, our adult workforce development program, Great Jobs KC tuition-free job training, and our KC Scholars Scholarship Program, which includes 11th Grade Traditional Scholarships and Adult Learner Scholarships. 

Jimmy has a career in education that spans more than 25 years and is built around supporting and improving the performance of career training programs and leading the operations of degree-granting institutions. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in management and has served as Campus President, Vice President of Career Services, and Executive Director of various career schools.  

Most recently, Jimmy served as the Vice President of PLA University at Phalen Leadership Academies, bringing access to job skill training to the parents and families of the Scholars served by Phalen Leadership schools across the country.  Beyond his higher education experience, Jimmy serves as the Executive Board Chairman for Project Safety Net NY, a nonprofit community-based agency delivering a broad range of health, education, and prevention services to the New York Community. As the Chief Operating Officer for Great Jobs KC, he and his team are poised to make a substantial impact on the economic stability and future of Kansas City.

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