Certified Medical Assistant – Surgical Specialist - Fulltime, Days
About The Position
Texas Health Physicians Group is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for a fast-paced, high-volume surgical specialty clinic. The position supports patient care by preparing patients for providers, performing clinical procedures, maintaining accurate medical records, coordinating diagnostic testing, and keeping examination rooms and equipment clean, stocked, and safe. The role may also include front-office work and other duties as assigned. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 101 Crown Pointe Blvd, Suite 360, Willow Park, Texas. The clinic offers opportunities to develop specialized clinical skills, promotional opportunities, and supportive surgical patient care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Medical Assistant certification.
- Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program and demonstrated competency in required skills within 90 days of job entry.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients and thorough knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Sound judgment in emergency situations and ability to take appropriate action in urgent circumstances.
- Positive, customer-focused attitude toward patients.
- Strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
- Basic computer skills using medical management application systems.
Nice To Haves
- One year of Certified Medical Assistant experience.
- New Certified Medical Assistants who have completed an externship will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Provide general patient care in accordance with established standards and procedures.
- Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
- Obtain and record vital signs, allergies, current medications, and presenting problems.
- Administer ordered medications and vaccines through applicable routes, including oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and inhalant administration.
- Draw and collect blood samples, prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, and perform routine tests such as EKGs as needed.
- Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure testing is completed.
- Document care plans, tests, and examination results in medical records as directed by the provider.
- Communicate test results and care plans to patients by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
- Prepare, clean, and sterilize instruments; maintain equipment; and dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
- Keep patient examination rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
- Escalate non-routine issues, questions, and concerns to the practice manager or health care providers.
- Complete required safety checklists and quality controls.
- Protect patient safety and privacy rights.
- Work in the front office as needed and perform other duties as assigned by the practice manager, senior staff, or health care providers.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Medical benefits.
- Dental benefits.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible spending account.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Student Loan Repayment Program.
- Other employee benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
