Certified Medical Assistant

Baylor Scott & White Health; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) savings plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Texas is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant 1 to assist with patient care under physician direction. Responsibilities include administering medications, taking vital signs, and maintaining clinical records. Certification as a Medical Assistant is required. This position offers a great opportunity to support patient health in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year of experience as a medical assistant.
• Certification required from recognized medical assistant programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the examination and treatment of patients under physician direction.
• Prepare and administer medications and injections as directed.
• Measure and record patient vital signs and assist in tests.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Attention to detail

Injection administration

Blood drawing

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

Location

120 Ed Schmidt Blvd, Suite B, Hutto, 78634

Department

Family Med Clinic

Schedule

Mon-Fri 8a-5p

Job Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant 1 assists in the delivery of health care for patients under the direction of a physician. This position performs a wide variety of patient care activities, including maintaining clinical records and documentation, administering medications, giving injections, and taking vital signs.

Essential Functions

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients under physician direction.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination; clean rooms after procedures, disinfect equipment, and restock supplies.
• Accompany patients from the waiting room and prepare them for examination.
• Interview patients and record or input information into the medical record; collect all medical data to facilitate the physician’s ability to draw conclusions about the patient’s needs; ensure all charts and forms for the office visit are ready for the provider.
• Measure and record patient vital signs (pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height) and prepare patients for examinations, tests, procedures, and x‑rays.
• Perform routine patient testing, acquire and process electrocardiograms, and collect blood specimens and urine samples.
• Prepare and administer routine oral and rectal medications, injections, and vaccinations excluding controlled substances, as directed by the physician; identify and report adverse reactions.
• Remove sutures and staples and change sterile and non‑sterile dressings, as requested.

Key Success Factors

• Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologists.
• Knowledge of principles of safe and accurate medical administration.
• Knowledge of the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
• Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulations and procedures; familiarity with HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to observe patient’s general physical condition and notify nurse or healthcare provider of abnormalities.
• Ability to give injections and draw blood.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent bedside manner and ability to put patients at ease; appears friendly, reassuring and approachable.
• Ability to take instruction from a physician.
• Familiarity with medical charts and records.
• High attention to detail.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.

Qualifications

• Education: H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Experience: Less than 1 Year of Experience
• Certification/License/Registration:
  • BLS: BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from a listed credentialing body.
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from NCCT.
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from AAMA or ARMA.
  • Certified Clean Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA.
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAH.
  • National Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from NAHP.
  • Clean Medical Assistant Certified (CMAC) from AMCA.