Certified Medical Assistant

Suvida Healthcare; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401k with company match

Holiday time off with pay

Paid community service day

Parental/family leave

Generous PTO

Free mental health & life coaching

Job summary

The Certified Medical Assistant provides physician support services to ensure the clinic operates smoothly while delivering patient care. The CMA handles administrative and clinical tasks, including maintaining patient records, preparing rooms, assisting with exams, and front-desk duties.

Essential responsibilities include patient intake, medication administration as ordered, minor procedures, in-room testing, updating health history, and coordinating with the multidisciplinary team for

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CERT in Medical Assisting (AAMA/CCMA) required.
• ACLS or BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 7 days.
• Experience with EMR and medical terminology.
• Previous experience in a medical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing guidelines and training curriculums for medical assistants.
• IM/PO medication administration as ordered by provider.
• Minor procedures such as wound care and suture removal.
• Assist with in-room diagnostic testing (X-ray, US).
• Vitals and update patient medical history.
• Review provider orders and referrals with patient.
• Reinforce care plan understanding and respond to calls the same day.
• Collaborate with care team for continuity of care.

Skills

Verbal skills

Safety focus

Professionalism

Customer focus

Integrity

Bedside manner

Teamwork

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Certification (AAMA/CCMA)

ACLS or BLS certification

EMR experience

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

EMR software

Job description

At Suvida Healthcare, we are not just caregivers; we're compassionate advocates dedicated to enriching the lives of our cherished seniors. As a Team Member with us, you will embark on a fulfilling journey where your skills and empathy converge to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of an underserved community and their families. Our multi-disciplinary primary care program is built to address the physical, behavioral, social, and cultural needs of Medicare-eligible Hispanic seniors.

Celebrate diversity and inclusivity in a workplace that attracts, engages, values, rewards, and recognizes the unique needs and backgrounds of both, our patients and our team. We believe that a rich tapestry of experiences, shared interests, and perspectives enhances the care we provide, making us a stronger, service-centered, and more compassionate healthcare family and Employer of Choice! Will you join us Suvidanos , to help achieve our Higher Purpose?

What Makes Us Unique

We are an empowered primary care team, clinical operations, and support team creating health equity through an exceptional clinical and consumer experience that improves the quality of life for the people, families, and neighborhoods we serve. We tailor our primary care program to the culture, language, social, and overall well-being of the seniors we serve.

How We Work

Our Culture & Core Beliefs

• Earn Trust
• Building Relationships
• Creating Joy
• Doing Right
• Improving Every Day
• Moving Forward
• Competitive Pay
• Free Mental Health & Life Coaching for Team Members and their Dependents
• Holiday Time Off with Pay
• Paid Community Service Day
• Paid Parental/Family Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• And much more....

What You’ll Do

Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant provides physician support services to ensure the clinic operates smoothly while providing patient care. The CMA is responsible for administrative and clinical tasks, such as maintaining patient records, preparing patients and rooms for examination, assisting physicians with exams, and performing front-desk tasks. Essential responsibilities consist of but are not all inclusive:

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing guidelines and training curriculums for medical assistants.
• IM/PO medication administration as ordered by provider
• Minor Procedures (Minor Wound Care, Suture and Staple Removal, etc.)
• Assist with in-room diagnostic testing (X-Ray, US, etc.)
• Vitals
• Update Patient Medical History
• Chief Complaints and recent changes to mental, social, physical health
• Review provider orders with patient
• Review referrals with patient
• Review normal/stable labs or diagnostic tests with patient and forward any concerns to provider
• Reinforcing understanding and adherence to care plan
• Respond to patient calls/messages same day
• Collaborate with Medical Assistants, Transitions of Care Team, Chronic Care Team, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team for continuity of care
• Other duties assigned by Center Director and Medical provider

What You’ll Bring

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Verbal communication
• Ability to cultivate a safe and effective environment
• Professionalism
• Customer Centric
• High level of integrity & confidentiality
• Positive Bedside manner
• Medical teamwork
• Bilingual/Bicultural (English and Spanish) Required

Education, Experience, Licensure, or Certification Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Certification in Medical Assisting from AAMA, CCMA or any other nationally recognized body required
• Active ACLS or BLS certification (or willing to obtain on within 7 days of start)
• Experience with EMR (electronic medical records), knowledgeable of medical terminology
• Previous experience in specific medical field preferred

Suvida Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any typewithregard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.