Certified Medical Assistant

South Plains Rural Health Services; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

South Plains Rural Health Services in Big Spring, Texas is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) to join our busy outpatient clinic team. This role focuses on direct patient care and supporting providers in a fast-paced environment.

You will prepare patients for exams, record vital signs, assist clinicians, and help keep exam rooms and supplies ready. A current CMA/RMA certification and a high school diploma are required; prior clinic experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current CMA/RMA certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a medical office or clinic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs and other patient information.
• Assist providers and nursing staff with patient care.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms and clinical supplies.
• Assist with patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Document information in the electronic health record.
• Communicate professionally with patients and healthcare team.
• Follow infection control, safety, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
• Perform additional clinical duties within scope of certification and training.

Skills

CMA/RMA certification

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

South Plains Rural Health Services is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) to join our Big Spring clinic team. This position is a great opportunity for a dependable, compassionate healthcare professional who enjoys working directly with patients and supporting providers in a busy outpatient clinic environment.

What You'll Do:

As part of our clinical team, you will help ensure patients receive efficient, compassionate, and high-quality care. Responsibilities may include:

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs and other patient information.
• Assist providers and nursing staff with patient care.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms and clinical supplies.
• Assist with patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Document appropriate information in the electronic health record.
• Communicate professionally with patients, providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Follow infection control, safety, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.
• Perform additional clinical duties within the scope of your certification and training.

What You'll Bring:

• Current CMA/RMA certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a medical office, clinic, or healthcare setting preferred.

As part of South Plains Rural Health Services, Inc.'s commitment to patient and staff safety, all employees are required to comply with the annual influenza vaccination policy. Employees must either provide proof of influenza vaccination, or submit a medical/religious exemption form and wear a face mask during the flu season.