Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health • College Station, TX

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About The Position

As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will support the care team through direct patient care and coordination. The role includes assisting with comprehensive screenings and clinical procedures, providing health education, managing administrative tasks, and using technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. You will help patients feel at ease by explaining instructions and addressing their concerns. Success in the role calls for clinical knowledge, technological fluency, compassion, adaptability, continuous learning, and collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

• High school graduation with General Studies or a GED with General Studies.
• One of the following credentials, upon hire: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA); Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA); Certified Medical Assistant (NHA); National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT); National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP); Registered Medical Assistant (AMT); Registered Medical Assistant; or Cert Med Asst - MMCI.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care according to established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, and weight, as well as drug allergies, current medications, and the presenting problem.
• Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, as required.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines orally, by injection, topically, rectally, ophthalmically, and/or by inhalation.
• Perform routine tests, including EKGs, as required.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure testing is completed.
• Assist with comprehensive screenings and clinical procedures, provide health education, manage administrative tasks, and coordinate care using technology.
• Explain instructions to patients and address their concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED