Certified Medical Assistant

Job Summary

A Certified Medical Assistant supports healthcare professionals and patients. Responsibilities include updating records, administering medication, giving injections, and recording vital signs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and treatment under physician guidance.
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms before and after procedures, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, and ensuring supplies are well-stocked.
• Guide patients from the waiting room and help them get ready for their examination.
• Interview patients and update medical records. Collect detailed medical information to help the physician understand patient needs. Ensure paperwork is ready before the visit.
• Record patient's vital signs - pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Prepare patients for exams, tests, procedures, and x-rays.
• Perform regular patient tests including electrocardiograms and collecting blood and urine samples for processing.
• Administer routine medications and vaccinations as directed. Monitor for adverse reactions and report to the physician.
• Change both sterile and non-sterile dressings as needed, and remove sutures and staples when requested.

Requirements

• Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by a reputable professional healthcare association.
• Good multitasker.
• Takes initiative.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• A clear understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards needs to be demonstrated.
• Know the five patient rights: Identify the correct patient, administer the correct medication, ensure the right dosage, use the right administration method, and adhere to the right schedule.
• Accurately document patient information abiding by organizational policies and regulatory standards, including privacy laws.
• The ability to closely observe a patient's general physical condition, reporting any noticeable abnormalities to the healthcare provider.
• The ability to administer injections and draw blood.
• An understanding of medical terminology is necessary.
• The ability to foster trust and rapport with patients is critical.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• At least (1) one year of experience.
• Phlebotomy experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer.
• Cert Medical Assistant (CMA): Must be CMA from one listed.
• Nat Cert Med Asst (NCMA) from NCCT.
• Cert Med Asst (CMA) from AAMA or ARMA.
• Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA.
• Reg Med Asst (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAHN.
• Nat Reg Cert Med Asst (NRCMA) from NAHP.
• Clinical Medical Assistant Cert (CMAC) from AMCA.

About Us

Baylor Scott & White Health promotes the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to empowering you to live well. Our Core Values are: Serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart, never settle by constantly striving for better, be in it together by supporting one another and those we serve, and make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual beginning Day 1.

Note

Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.