Certified Medical Assistant Float - Rowlett

Texas Health Resources•Kaufman, TX

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant Float is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients under the direction of a healthcare provider. This role involves performing preliminary physical tests, administering medications and vaccines, drawing blood samples, scheduling diagnostic tests, documenting patient care, and maintaining a clean and orderly clinical environment. The CMA Float may also assist in the front office and perform other assigned duties. Texas Health Physicians Group (THPG) is a large network of healthcare providers dedicated to quality patient care, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
1 year Medical Assistant experience within the last three years. (Required)
Successful completion of THPG Clinical Training (CT) educational program with demonstrated competency in required skills - within 90 days of job entry. (Required)
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support maintained every 2 years (Required)

Nice To Haves

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Preferred)

Responsibilities

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's.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure completion of testing.
Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the provider.
Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol. Keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly.
Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Provide 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).