Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health • Lake Jackson, TX

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides direct patient support and coordinates care as part of a clinical team. The role includes participating in comprehensive screenings, assisting with clinical procedures, providing health education, and handling administrative tasks while using technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. The CMA helps patients feel comfortable by explaining instructions and addressing concerns. Success requires clinical knowledge, technological fluency, compassion, adaptability, continuous learning, and collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma in General Studies or GED in General Studies.
• 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.
• Strong clinical knowledge and technological fluency.
• Compassion for patient well-being, adaptability, willingness to learn continuously, and ability to collaborate as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• One 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 the presenting problem.
• Draw and collect blood samples from patients 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.
• Participate in 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