Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to collect patient information, assist with examinations and treatments, and coordinate follow-up care. You will document care, administer medications and vaccines as directed, and provide patient education under the supervision of physicians and clinicians.

The role requires BLS certification, a medical assistant or EMT program, and a credential such as CCMA/CMA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a medical assistant or EMT program, or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that this education is not required for certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• One qualifying credential: CCMA, CMA-AAM, CMA-C, EMT, EMT-A, EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P, licensed paramedic, NCMA, NRCMA, RMA-AAH, RMA-AAMP, RMA-AMT, or RMA-ARMA.
• 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents patient information, vital signs, BMI, height, weight, medications, allergies, and visit reasons.
• Prepares patients for examinations and assists with treatments and testing, documenting care.
• Coordinates follow-up care for labs, ER visits, and other patient needs.
• Administers medications and immunizations as directed, documents administration and adverse reactions, and reports errors.
• Identifies patients eligible for Vaccines for Children Program and follows procedures.
• Provides and documents patient and family education as instructed by providers.

Skills

Vital signs

Immunizations

Medication administration

Patient education

Documentation

Education

Medical Assistant program

EMT program

Job description

At our company, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values of Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust, we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you’ll gather patient information and work with the healthcare team to assess and provide age-appropriate care. You’ll also assist with examinations, treatments, laboratory testing, patient education, and referrals while following practice protocols.

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Job Responsibilities

• Collects and accurately documents patient information, vital signs, BMI, height, weight, medications, allergies, and reasons for visits


• Prepares patients for examinations, assists providers with treatments and testing, and documents care within the scope of practice


• Coordinates follow-up care for laboratory results, emergency room visits, and other patient needs


• Administers medications and immunizations as directed by physicians, documents administration and adverse reactions, and immediately reports errors


• Identifies patients eligible for the Vaccines for Children Program and follows program documentation and management procedures


• Provides and documents patient and family education as instructed by providers or practice protocols


• Coordinates referrals, verifies coverage, completes and transmits authorized referral documentation within 2 business days, and tracks follow-up reports


• Collects and processes specimens, performs laboratory tests and quality checks, and maintains testing equipment and records


• Coordinates outside laboratory services, tracks outstanding results, notifies providers, and reports laboratory errors and quality issues


• Screens and documents patient calls, provides telephone guidance and prescription refill support under provider direction, and responds appropriately to emergencies


• Maintains clinical supplies and medication inventories and follows infection control, CLIA/COLA, and OSHA requirements


• Communicates clearly with patients and families, participates in care team meetings and quality improvement initiatives, and maintains certification through documented continuing education

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required


• Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program, or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that this education is not required for certification required


• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required


• One qualifying credential: CCMA, CMA-AAM, CMA-C, EMT, EMT-A, EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P, licensed paramedic, NCMA, NRCMA, RMA-AAH, RMA-AAMP, RMA-AMT, or RMA-ARMA required


• 1 year of related experience preferred