Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Practice Clinic

Ascension • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will work in the Family Practice Clinic at Seton McCarthy Community Health Center in Austin, Texas. This full-time position requires on-site work during day shifts, specifically on an 8-hour rotating schedule from Monday to Friday. The CMA will assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider, perform clinical duties, and manage clerical tasks to ensure a smooth operation within the clinic.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Association for Health Professionals obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider (Physician or Advanced Practice Provider).
• Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.
• Perform select clinical duties.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
• Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Document the provider's encounter with patients, listing all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions.
• Transcribe patient orders including laboratory tests, radiology tests, and medications.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED