Certified Medical Assistant

Suvida Healthcare•Austin, TX

41d

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant provides physician support services to help the clinic operate smoothly and deliver patient care. The role performs administrative and clinical tasks, including maintaining patient records, preparing patients and rooms for examinations, assisting physicians with exams, and performing front-desk tasks. The position also supports continuity of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary care team.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification or registration as a CCMA, CMA, RMA, or NCMA.
Experience with electronic medical records and knowledge of medical terminology.
Bilingual/bicultural English and Spanish skills are required.
Verbal communication skills.
Ability to cultivate a safe and effective environment.
Excellent organizational skills.
Professionalism and a customer-centric approach.
High level of integrity and confidentiality.
Positive bedside manner.
Ability to work as part of a medical team.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a specific medical field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture.
Administer intramuscular and oral medications as ordered by a provider.
Assist with minor procedures, including minor wound care and suture and staple removal.
Assist with in-room diagnostic testing, such as X-rays and ultrasounds.
Measure and record vital signs.
Update patient medical histories, chief complaints, and recent changes in mental, social, or physical health.
Complete gap-closure activities, such as foot exams and DREs.
Review provider orders and referrals with patients.
Review normal or stable lab results and diagnostic tests with patients and forward concerns to the provider.
Support remote patient monitoring.
Reinforce patients’ understanding of and adherence to their care plans.
Respond to patient calls and messages the same day.
Collaborate with Medical Assistants, the Transitions of Care Team, the Chronic Care Team, and other multidisciplinary care team members to support continuity of care.
Perform other duties assigned by the provider.