Certified Medical Assistant Family Care - Fulltime, Days
Texas Health Resources11 months ago
Dallas, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) position at Texas Health Physicians Group is a full-time role focused on delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinic environment. The CMA will be responsible for performing various clinical tasks, supporting healthcare providers, and ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. This role offers opportunities for career advancement within a supportive team setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
- Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider.
- Obtains and records vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications.
- Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via various methods.
- Draws and collects blood samples from patients and prepares specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
- Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
- Communicates with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
- Prepares, cleans, and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol.
- Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
- Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
- May work in the front office as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Certification as a Medical Assistant
- Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed.
- Effective communication skills with staff and patients.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Sound judgement in emergency situations.
- Strong work ethic and professionalism.
- Basic computer skills using medical management application systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of Medical Assistance experience
- 2-3 years of Healthcare experience in a Clinical Setting
- Phlebotomy and EKG experience
- Experience in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Additional certifications related to medical assistance
Benefits & Perks
- 401k
- PTO
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Flexible spending account
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program
Required Skills
Vital Signs Measurement
Basic Computer Skills
Medical Terminology
Instrument Sterilization
Phlebotomy
Effective Communication
EKG Administration
Clinical Documentation
Patient Care