Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Health•Prosper, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant delivers patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of patients. The role performs preliminary physical tests and general patient care according to established clinical protocols, standards, and procedures. It may also include front-office work and other duties assigned by the practice manager, senior staff, or health care providers. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is based at Texas Health Physicians Group’s Family Care office at 1970 W University Dr., Suite 100, Prosper, Texas 75078.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS), maintained every two years.
Successful completion of the THPG Clinical Training educational program and demonstrated competency in required skills within 90 days of job entry.

Nice To Haves

One year of medical assisting experience is highly preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
Obtain and record vital signs and other information, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, current medications, and the presenting problem.
Administer ordered medications and vaccines by oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant routes.
May draw and collect blood samples, prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, and perform routine tests such as EKGs.
Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure testing is completed.
Document care plans, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Communicate test results and care plans to patients by phone or mail as directed by the provider.
Prepare, clean, and sterilize instruments; maintain equipment; and dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
Keep patient examination rooms stocked, clean, and orderly.
Escalate non-routine issues, questions, and concerns to the practice manager or health care providers.
Complete required safety checklists and quality controls.
Protect patient safety and privacy rights.
Work in the front office as needed and perform other duties as assigned.