Certified Medical Assistant

Baylor Scott & White Health • Temple, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you support healthcare professionals and patients, working closely with doctors to provide care. The role includes updating records, administering medication and injections, recording vital signs, and maintaining precise documentation. You provide patient-focused service and perform assigned tasks proficiently and diligently.

This position is in Urology at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple, Texas. It is full-time and day shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Less than one year of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential from one of the listed organizations: NCMA from NCCT; CMA from AAMA or ARMA; CCMA from NHA; RMA from AMT, AAMP, or AAH; NRCMA from NAHP; or CMAC from AMCA.
• Demonstrated understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards, including the five rights of medication administration.
• Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and privacy laws.
• Ability to observe patients' general physical condition and report noticeable abnormalities to the healthcare provider.
• Ability to administer injections and draw blood.
• Understanding of medical terminology and familiarity with medical charts and records.
• Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and to follow physicians' instructions.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations and treatment under physician guidance.
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms before and after procedures, maintain cleanliness, and ensure supplies are well-stocked.
• Guide patients from the waiting room and help them prepare for examinations.
• Interview patients, collect medical information, update medical records, and ensure paperwork is ready before visits.
• Record vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height; prepare patients for exams, tests, procedures, and x-rays.
• Perform patient tests, including electrocardiograms, and collect blood and urine samples for processing.
• Administer routine medications and vaccinations as directed, monitor for adverse reactions, and report them to the physician.
• Change sterile and non-sterile dressings as needed and remove sutures and staples when requested.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits (subject to position type and level).
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

What This Job Offers

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