Certified Medical Assistant

CHI; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,098; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Lake Jackson, Texas is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant responsible for delivering patient care and performing preliminary tests. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, valid CMA certification, and experience in patient care. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring patient safety. This position offers a pay range of $16.50 - $23.30 per hour and requires a caring attitude towards patients.

Qualifications

• Current/valid CMA or RMA certification required.
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide general patient care according to established standards.
• Obtain and record vital signs and patient information.
• Administer medications and vaccines as ordered.

Skills

Ability to perform EKGs

Ability to draw blood

Ability to administer injections

Effective communication skills

Good computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Overview

Job Summary and Responsibilities Under the direction of the health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as measures of blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).

Job Requirements

Education and Licensure

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.
• Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.

Minimum Experience

• 1 year of experience preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections.
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Good computer skills using a medical management application.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

Other Information

Disclosure Statement The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in position.

Where You\'ll Work CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., our world needs compassion and our communities need caring and protection. CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Pay Range $16.50 - $23.30 /hour