Certified Medical Assistant/CMA – Family Care – Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Flower Mound, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health Physicians Group is hiring a full-time Certified Medical Assistant for its Family Care department in Flower Mound, Texas. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Wednesday from 7:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The team highlights collaboration, an inclusive culture, and a family-oriented commitment to making healthcare more accessible, integrated, and reliable. The Certified Medical Assistant provides general patient care according to established standards and the Certified Medical Assistant Process. Duties include preparing patients for visits, obtaining and documenting vital signs and relevant health information, administering ordered medications or vaccines, collecting specimens, performing routine tests such as EKGs, and documenting care in the medical record as directed. The role also supports diagnostic testing, room and equipment readiness, safety and quality processes, patient privacy, and patient communication as directed by the physician. Front-office work and other duties may be assigned as needed. Texas Health Physicians Group includes more than 1,000 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants across more than 240 offices in the DFW Metroplex. The organization describes its culture as inclusive, supportive, people-first, and excellence-driven.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Medical Assistant certification upon hire.
Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program, with demonstrated competency in required skills, within 90 days of job entry.
BCLS upon hire.
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections.
Basic computer skills using medical management application systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
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 staff and patients.
Strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Two years of CMA experience.
NCT (Non-Certified Radiologic Technician) training may be required upon hire; listed as preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process.
Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greet and prepare patients for the healthcare provider.
Obtain and record vital signs and relevant information, including allergies, current medications, and the presenting problem.
Administer ordered medications and vaccines through applicable routes, including oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and inhalant administration.
Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis when required; perform routine tests such as EKGs.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure testing is completed.
Document patient plans of care, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Prepare, clean, and sterilize instruments; maintain equipment; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol; and keep exam rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
Escalate non-routine issues, questions, and concerns to the practice manager or healthcare providers.
Communicate with patients about test results and plans of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.
Complete required safety checklists and quality controls.
Protect patient safety and privacy rights.
Work in the front office as needed and perform other duties assigned by the practice manager, senior staff, or healthcare providers.