Certified Medical Assistant/CMA – Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic– Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant supports patient care at Texas Health Physicians Group’s Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic in Dallas. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a Monday–Thursday schedule of 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and Friday hours of 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Travel to surrounding clinics is required as needed, with mileage reimbursement provided. The Medical Assistant delivers care using the Certified Medical Assistant Process and established standards and procedures. Duties include preparing patients for providers, recording vital signs and relevant health information, administering ordered medications and vaccines, collecting blood samples, performing routine tests such as EKGs, coordinating diagnostic testing, documenting care, communicating test results and care plans as directed, and maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly clinical environment. The position may also support front-office work and other clinic duties as assigned. The clinic highlights teamwork, collaboration, compassion, and empathy in a fast-paced, high-volume setting. Texas Health Physicians Group describes its culture as inclusive, supportive, people-first, and excellence-driven, with opportunities for growth.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA).
Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program, with demonstrated competency in required skills, within 90 days of job entry.
BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification within 90 days of hire, as stated in the posting.
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by the assigned clinic.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Sound judgment and composure, with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
A positive, caring attitude toward patients.
Good computer skills using a medical management application.
Strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

Nice To Haves

One year of Medical Assistant experience.
Bilingual English/Korean language skills; strongly preferred.
Cardiology experience.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) upon hire.

Responsibilities

Deliver patient care utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process and established standards and procedures.
Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
Obtain and record vital signs, drug 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 patient care plans, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Communicate with patients about test results and plans of care 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 healthcare providers.
Complete required safety checklists and quality controls, and 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 healthcare providers.
Travel to surrounding clinics as needed.