Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - TCP Cy Fair

Texas Children's Medical Center•Houston, TX

About The Position

Texas Children’s Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for TCP Cy-Fair. The role provides clinical support for patients in the hospital’s ambulatory settings, promoting cost-effective, age-appropriate, safe, high-quality, family-centered care. The position is suited to someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. Successful candidates must undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program, or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that medical assistant/emergency medical technician education is not a requirement for certification.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
Must undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Assist in collecting patient and family data, including biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information, according to practice protocol.
Accurately collect and document vital signs, BMI, height and weight, and reason for visit.
Document current medications, allergies, and other information in the electronic health record.
Prepare patients for examination and assist the provider with treatments, examinations, and testing as directed.
Document all interventions according to practice protocol.
Call in and/or electronically send prescription refills as directed.
Assist the provider during emergency patient care in the office.
Keep rooms stocked with supplies and notify managers when supplies are low.
Participate as a care-team member, work with the team to meet patient goals, and participate in daily huddles and monthly staff meetings.
Coordinate patient care by following up on lab results, ER visits, and similar matters.
Identify patients eligible for the Vaccines for Children program and follow procedures for accurate documentation and management.
Assess patient eligibility for referral by verifying coverage with the payer before initiating the referral.
Manage the outstanding orders report and lab error work queue to ensure results are received.
Provide superb customer service.