Certified Medical Assistant - Family Care - Fulltime, Days

Texas Health Resources•Arlington, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Fast-paced, high-volume clinic looking for a top skilled Certified Medical Assistant. This role is in a great Family/Staff environment with opportunities for growth within the clinic. The department highlights include a supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (REQUIRED)
CMA – Current Medical Assistant Certification (REQUIRED)

Nice To Haves

One (1) Year of Medical Assistant experience (STRONGLY PREFERRED)
ACLS or BCLS upon hire (PREFERRED)
Bilingual in Spanish/English (STRONGLY PREFERRED)

Responsibilities

Perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic.
Effectively communicate to staff and patients.
Demonstrate knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Have a thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
Maintain a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
Have good computer skills using a medical management application.
Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures
Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
Obtain and record vital signs including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as well as perform routine tests such as EKG.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).