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

Texas Health Resources•Flower Mound, TX

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will work in the Heart & Vascular Specialist Clinic, a fast-paced, high-volume environment that requires strong teamwork, collaboration, compassion, and empathy. The role involves delivering care to patients, performing general patient care, preparing patients for healthcare providers, and obtaining/recording vital signs. Responsibilities also include drawing blood, performing EKGs, documenting patient care plans, communicating test results, sterilizing instruments, and maintaining exam rooms. The CMA may also assist in the front office and perform other assigned duties. Texas Health Physicians Group (THPG) is a network of over 1,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to quality, patient-safe care across the DFW Metroplex, fostering an inclusive, supportive, and excellence-driven culture.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
CMA - Current Medical Assistant Certification (required)
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections
Basic 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

New Grads Welcome with Completed Onsite Externship
1 year Medical Assistant experience (preferred)
ACLS or BCLS (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.
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.
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.
Prepares, cleans, and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol. Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
May work in the front office as needed, as well as perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).