Certified Medical Assistant - SW Zone Float, Full-Time, Days

Texas Health Resources•Colleyville, TX

27d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant Float will perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures. This role involves greeting and preparing patients for the healthcare provider, obtaining and recording vital signs, and administering ordered medications and/or vaccines. The Medical Assistant may also assist in the front office and perform other duties as assigned. This position offers a supportive team environment with opportunities for career development and growth within Texas Health Physicians Group (THPG).

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (REQUIRED)
1 year Medical Assistant experience within the last three years (REQUIRED)
Successful completion of THPG Clinical Training (CT) educational program with demonstrated competency in required skills - within 90 days of job entry (REQUIRED)
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant upon hire (REQUIRED)
No New CMAs; experience is a MUST!
BCLS upon hire (REQUIRED)

Nice To Haves

NCT - Non-certified Radiologic Technician training may be required upon hire (PREFERRED)

Responsibilities

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.
Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
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).
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients
Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures
Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations
Demonstrated sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations