Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health • Lufkin, TX

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) supports the care team through direct patient care and coordination. The role includes participating in comprehensive screenings, assisting with clinical procedures, providing health education, and managing administrative tasks while using technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. The CMA helps patients feel at ease by explaining instructions and addressing concerns, and is expected to bring clinical knowledge, technological fluency, compassion, adaptability, and a collaborative approach.

Requirements

• High school graduate with general studies, or GED with general studies.
• Possess one of the listed credentials upon hire: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant; Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA, NHA, or NCCT); National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP); Registered Medical Assistant (AMT or otherwise); or Cert Med Asst - MMCI.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 30 days.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care according to established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, and weight, as well as drug allergies, current medications, and presenting problems.
• 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.
• Use technology to coordinate care and explain instructions to patients while addressing their concerns.

What This Job Offers

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