Cert Medical Assistant II

JPS Health Network • Fort Worth, TX

81d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant II provides medical assistance under the supervision of the physician, physician's assistant, or nursing staff. This role involves assisting with patient care by completing screening questions, medication reviews, obtaining vital signs, and recording patient data. The Medical Assistant II also prepares exam spaces, documents care in the electronic medical record, and ensures clinic areas are clean and well-stocked. Additionally, they assist with scheduling, patient messages, medication refills, and collecting lab specimens. The job description is not exhaustive and duties may change.

Requirements

• Current JPS recognized Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Current certification from a national registry as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
• Certification in Non-Aggressive Crisis Management; must be obtained while in department orientation and maintained throughout employment when working within the Behavioral Health Department.
• 2-4.99 years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
• Certification in Non-Aggressive Crisis Management; must be obtained while in department orientation and maintained throughout employment when working within the Behavioral Health setting.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care by completing screening questions, medication reviews, obtaining vital signs, and recording height, weight, and other patient data as required.
• Prepares exam space for scheduled procedures.
• Documents all care provided in the electronic medical record.
• Delivers care appropriate for the patient’s age and development.
• Ensures exam rooms, supply rooms and other areas of the clinic are clean and well stocked.
• Cleans equipment according to instructions for use and ensures equipment has current safety inspection dates.
• Assists with scheduling appointments, completes electronic patient messages, medication refill requests and patient forms.
• Collects lab specimens as directed.
• Administers approved medications as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed