Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health • Brenham, TX

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About The Position

As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will support the care team through direct patient care and coordination. You will collaborate on screenings, assist with clinical procedures, provide health education, and manage administrative tasks while using technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. You will help patients feel at ease by explaining instructions and addressing concerns. Success in the role calls for clinical knowledge, technological fluency, compassion, adaptability, continuous learning, and collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• One of the following certifications, upon hire: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant; Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA); Certified Medical Assistant (NHA); National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT); National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP); Registered Medical Assistant (AMT); Registered Medical Assistant; or Cert Med Asst - MMCI.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care in accordance with established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs and patient information, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, current medications, and presenting problem.
• Draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, as required.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines by oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant routes.
• Perform routine tests, including EKGs, as required.
• Collaborate on comprehensive screenings, assist with clinical procedures, provide health education, and manage administrative tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED