Certified Medical Assistant
Location: Temple, TX - Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center - 1901 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX 76502
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values Are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
As a Certified Medical Assistant, you support healthcare professionals and patients. You work closely with doctors to provide care. Responsibilities include updating records, administering medication, giving injections, and recording vital signs. You maintain detailed documentation with precision. Providing patient-focused service, you perform each task proficiently and diligently.
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
- Possess a medical assistant certification from a program accredited by a reputable professional healthcare association.
- Clear understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards.
- 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.
- Ability to closely observe a patient's general physical condition, reporting any noticeable abnormalities to the healthcare provider.
- Adept at administering injections and drawing blood.
- Understanding of medical terminology.
- Ability to foster trust and rapport with patients; appear friendly, reassuring, and approachable.
- Willingness and ability to follow instructions from doctors.
- Familiarity with medical charts and records.
- Keen eye for details.
Qualifications
- Education: H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Experience: Less than one year of experience
- Certification/Licensure/Registration:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within 30 days of hire or transfer.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from one of the following:
- NCCT (Nat Cert Med Asst - NCMA)
- AAMA or ARMA (Cert Med Asst - CMA)
- NHA (Cert Cln Med Asst - CCMA)
- AMT, AAMP, or AAH (Reg Med Asst - RMA)
- NAHP (Nat Reg Cert Med Asst - NRCMA)
- AMCA (Cln Med Asst Cert - CMAC)
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.