Certified Medical Assistant/CMA – Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic – Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) at the Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic, a full-time role with day shifts. The clinic is part of Texas Health Physicians Group (THPG) and is located in Dallas, TX. The clinic offers an opportunity to strengthen skills by working with Providers and Staff in a rewarding, educational environment. It is a fast-paced, multi-provider clinic that requires handling multiple projects simultaneously. The team is described as having a strong work ethic, positive attitudes, and supporting each other through collaborative teamwork, with a focus on being compassionate and empathic to patients and the team.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
CMA - Current Medical Assistant Certification (required)
Successful completion of THPG Clinical Training (CT) educational program with demonstrated competency in required skills-within 90 days of job entry (required)
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support Exception Quarterly 90 Days Upon Hire (required)
Basic computer skills using medical management application systems
Effectively communicate with staff and patients
Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations
Demonstrates sound judgement in emergency situations
Takes appropriate action in urgent circumstances
Maintains a positive, customer-focused attitude toward staff and patients
Possess a strong work ethic and always display a high level of professionalism

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant experience (strongly preferred)
Bilingual in English / Spanish (preferred)
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire (preferred)

Responsibilities

Delivers care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process.
Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider.
Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the Nurse Manager or healthcare provider(s).
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
May perform other duties as assigned by Nurse Manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).