Certified Medical Assistant – Neuro Spine Specialists – Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Plano, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position for a Certified Medical Assistant at Neuro Spine Specialists, working days. The role involves delivering care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process, performing general patient care, and preparing patients for healthcare providers. Responsibilities include obtaining and recording vital signs, performing routine tests like EKGs, scheduling and following up on diagnostic tests, documenting patient care plans, and communicating test results to patients. The role also requires maintaining stocked, clean, and orderly exam rooms, escalating issues to management, ensuring safety checklists are completed, and protecting patient privacy. The position is located at 3060 Communications Parkway - Suite 100 Plano, TX 75093.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (REQUIRED)
CMA - Current Medical Assistant Certification (REQUIRED)
Successful completion of THPG Clinical Training (CT) educational program with demonstrated competency in required skills - within 90 days of hire (REQUIRED)
BLS (REQUIRED)
Proficient computer skills using medical management application systems
Effectively communicate with staff and patients
Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations
Demonstrate sound judgement in emergency situations
Take appropriate action in urgent circumstances
Maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude toward staff and patients
Possess a strong work ethic and always display a high level of professionalism

Nice To Haves

No Newly Graduated CMAs at this time; Previous CMA experience is a must (STRONGLY PREFERRED)
One year of experience as a Medical Assistant (PREFERRED)

Responsibilities

Delivers care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process
Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider.
Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
Perform routine tests such as EKG.
Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).