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

Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will deliver care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process at the Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic. This role involves scheduling patients for diagnostic testing, documenting patient plans of care, and communicating test results and plans to patients as directed by the physician. The CMA will perform general patient care, greet and prepare patients for the healthcare provider, and obtain and record vital signs. This position may also involve other duties as assigned by the Nurse Manager or healthcare provider(s). The clinic emphasizes strong teamwork, collaboration, compassion, and empathy in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
CMA - Current Medical Assistant Certification (required)
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
Demonstrates sound judgement in emergency situations
Takes appropriate action in urgent circumstances
Maintains 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)
Cardiology experience (preferred)
ACLS or BCLS (preferred)

Responsibilities

Delivers care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process.
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.
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 perform other duties as assigned by Nurse Manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).