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

Texas Health Resources•Denton, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic Highlights: Be a part of our clinic that offers the opportunity to strengthen your skills by working with our Providers and Staff in a rewarding, educational environment. If you thrive working in a fast-paced, multi-provider clinic and can handle multiple projects simultaneously, this is the place for you! Join our team members who have strong work ethic, positive attitudes, and support each other thru collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
CMA - Current Medical Assistant Certification (required)
New Grads Welcome with Completed Onsite Externship
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections
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
Demonstrate sound judgement in emergency situations
Take appropriate action in urgent circumstances
Maintain 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

1 year Medical Assistant experience (preferred)
ACLS or BCLS (preferred)

Responsibilities

Delivers care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process
Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
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.
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.
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 practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
May work in the front office as needed, as well as perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).