Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Gastroenterology Clinic

Ascension • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The position is within the Gastroenterology department at Medical Park Tower, located in Austin, TX. The schedule is an 8-hour day shift from Monday to Friday. The role involves assisting with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a provider, performing clinical duties, and managing clerical tasks.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required: Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association, National Association for Health Professionals, National Center for Competency Testing, American Association of Medical Assistants, or American Medical Technologists, 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.

Nice To Haves

• Active CMA certification preferred.
• Strong CMA experience preferred.

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.
• May document the provider's encounter with patients, listing all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
• Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, 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
• Education Level: High school or GED