Certified Medical Assistant Ortho

Baylor Scott & White Health•College Station, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant supports healthcare professionals and patients in an orthopedics clinic, working closely with physicians to provide care. The role includes updating medical records, administering medications and injections, recording vital signs, maintaining accurate documentation, and providing patient-focused service. The position is located at 800 Scott & White Drive, College Station, Texas, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Less than one year of experience.
Medical assistant certification from an accepted certifying organization: NCMA from NCCT; CMA from AAMA or ARMA; CCMA from NHA; RMA from AMT, AAMP, or AAH; NRCMA from NAHP; or CMAC from AMCA.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or ability to obtain it within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards, including the five rights of medication administration.
Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and privacy laws.
Ability to observe patients’ general physical condition and report noticeable abnormalities to healthcare providers.
Ability to administer injections and draw blood.
Understanding of medical terminology.
Ability to foster trust and rapport with patients and present a friendly, reassuring, and approachable manner.
Willingness and ability to follow physicians’ instructions.
Familiarity with medical charts and records.
Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient examinations and treatment under physician guidance.
Prepare and clean treatment rooms before and after procedures, maintain cleanliness, and keep supplies stocked.
Escort patients from the waiting room and help prepare them for examinations.
Interview patients, collect medical information, update medical records, and ensure paperwork is ready before visits.
Record patients’ vital signs, including pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
Prepare patients for examinations, tests, procedures, and X-rays.
Perform routine patient tests, including electrocardiograms, and collect blood and urine samples for processing.
Administer routine medications and vaccinations as directed, monitor for adverse reactions, and report them to the physician.
Change sterile and non-sterile dressings as needed and remove sutures and staples when requested.