Certified Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX

18h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Certified Medical Assistant in an Internal Medicine clinic. The clinic is fast-paced with opportunities for growth and development, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on patient satisfaction. The Certified Medical Assistant will be responsible for delivering patient care that promotes safety and well-being, performing preliminary physical tests, and assisting healthcare providers.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
2 years of Medical Assistant experience (Highly Preferred)
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic.
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Demonstrated sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
Good computer skills using a medical management application.
Possesses a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism

Nice To Haves

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Preferred)
BCLS - Basic 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).