Certified Medical Assistant - Adult Care - Fulltime, Days

Texas Health Resources • VA

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About The Position

Fast-paced, high-volume clinic looking for a top skilled Certified Medical Assistant. Work location: 400 West Arbrook Suite 100 Arlington TX 76104. Work hours: Full Time, 40 hours weekly. Monday-Thursday (7:45am-5:15pm), Fridays (7:45am-1:45pm). Department Highlights: Great Family/Staff environment, Learning environment, Opportunity for growth within the clinic.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (REQUIRED)
• CMA – Current Medical Assistant Certification (REQUIRED)
• One (1) Year of Medical Assistant experience (PREFERRED)
• ACLS or BCLS upon hire (PREFERRED)

Responsibilities

• Perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic.
• Effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrate knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Have a thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Have good computer skills using a medical management application.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as well as perform routine tests such as EKG.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• medical
• dental
• Paid Parental Leave
• flex spending
• tuition reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees