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

Texas Health•Fort Worth, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health Physicians Group is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its Heart & Vascular Specialists clinic in Fort Worth, Texas. This full-time role supports providers and the clinic team in a fast-paced, multi-provider cardiology practice. The clinic emphasizes collaborative teamwork, compassionate patient care, and a positive, educational environment. The Certified Medical Assistant delivers patient care according to established standards and procedures, prepares patients for provider visits, records vital signs and relevant patient information, and may collect blood samples or perform routine tests such as EKGs. The role also helps keep exam rooms stocked, clean, and orderly; completes required safety and quality-control checklists; and protects patient safety and privacy. Front-office work and other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA).
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support certification within the stated exception of 90 days upon hire.
Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program, with demonstrated competency in required skills, within 90 days of job entry.
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections.
Basic computer skills using medical management application systems.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Sound judgment in emergency situations and ability to take appropriate action in urgent circumstances.
Positive, customer-focused attitude toward staff and patients.
Strong work ethic and high level of professionalism.

Nice To Haves

One year of Medical Assistant experience.
Medical office experience.
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support upon hire.
NCT – Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training may be required upon hire.

Responsibilities

Deliver patient care utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant process.
Perform general patient care according to established standards and procedures.
Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
Obtain and record vital signs, drug allergies, current medications, and the presenting problem.
Collect blood samples and perform routine tests such as EKGs, as needed.
Keep exam rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
Complete required safety checklists and quality controls.
Provide for patient safety and protect patient privacy rights.
Work in the front office as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the practice manager, more senior staff, or healthcare providers.