Certified Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine - Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Bedford, TX

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health Physicians Group is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for a fast-paced, high-volume internal medicine clinic in Bedford, Texas. This full-time role is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The CMA delivers patient care using the Certified Medical Assistant Process and established standards and procedures, supports healthcare providers, and helps maintain safe, orderly clinical operations. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible new hires. The Family Care Department describes its approach as collaborative and supportive, with opportunities for growth and success sharing. Texas Health Physicians Group includes more than 1,000 physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, and operates more than 240 offices throughout the DFW Metroplex.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Medical Assistant Certification upon hire.
Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program and demonstrated competency in required skills within 90 days of job entry.
BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification; the posting lists an exception of quarterly 90 days upon hire.
Previous CMA experience is required; the posting states that new CMAs are not being considered.

Nice To Haves

One year of Medical Assistant experience.
Ability to multitask effectively with different providers.
Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

Deliver care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process.
Perform general patient care according to established standards and procedures.
Greet and prepare patients for the healthcare provider.
Obtain and record vital signs, drug allergies, current medications, and the patient's presenting problem.
Administer ordered medications and vaccines through oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant routes.
Draw and collect blood samples when required, prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, and perform routine tests such as EKGs.
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 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 healthcare 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 healthcare providers.