Certified Medical Assistant

Waco Family Medicine; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waco Family Medicine in Texas seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers with initial patient assessments, vital signs, and a range of procedures. The CMA administers medications per orders, documents care in the EHR, and educates patients on disease processes and treatments.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests (EKG, spirometry, vision/hearing screens), venipuncture, and basic treatments, with IV administration strictly by RN or clinician.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA certification and CPR certification.
• Completed an accredited medical assisting program with externship.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider with initial patient assessments and vital signs.
• Administer medications as per provider orders (oral, IM, subcutaneous, intradermal).
• Document care and orders in the EHR; manage messages and test results.
• Perform diagnostic tests (EKG, spirometry, vision/hearing tests).
• Assist with minor procedures and patient education per TDH/guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Basic computer skills

Texas Driver’s License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited medical assisting program with externship

CMA certification (AAMA or equivalent)

CPR certification

Texas Driver’s License

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

MyChart access

Job description

PRIMARY DUTIES:Assist provider with initial patient assessments, vital signs, medical procedures, implementation, and documentation of care.In conjunction with provider orders, administer medication to patients, including oral, IM, IV, sub-q and intradermal, assessing, and documenting effects. CMA must be I.V. certified by a WFM approved educator to start I. V’s. Hydration can be initiated but medications cannot be administered through I.V. Patient assessment during I.V. treatment must be completed by an RN or Clinician.In conjunction with provider orders, provide oral and written education to patients in disease processes, medication, intervention, and treatment implementation.In conjunction with provider orders, perform diagnostic tests for patients, including EKGs, spirometry, vision and hearing screening, throat cultures, NST’s and bladder scans.In conjunction with provider orders, perform patient treatments/procedures including venipuncture, nebulization, catheterization, ear lavage, dressing changes, unna boot application, sponging infants. For catheterization, must complete training and maintain bi-annual WFM competencies.Comply with all regulations related to confidentiality of patient information.Assist provider in minor surgery, cast application, flexible sigmoidoscopy, colposcopy, cervical biopsy, EMB, IUD insertion and pap smears.Assist clinicians with prescription pending in EHR. Cannot refill medications.Complete paperwork for ordered diagnostic tests performed outside of center.Contact patients who did not keep vital recheck appointments.Schedule appointments for FHC patients with specialists outside of clinic, document the appointment time, address, and phone number of the specialist in the medical record.Fax needed records to the specialist and document in the medical record when faxed and to what phone number.Review children’s immunization records before provider enters exam room, noting if patient is behind and what immunizations they may need and administer immunizations according to TDH guidelines and standing provider’s orders.Responsible for all messages, Mycharts, result notes and other encounters in the EHR in-basket.Responsible for fax transmissions from outside agencies.Responsible for documentation of nursing home facsimiles into patient record.Obtain copies of hospital records for patient’s clinic charts.Clean and stock exam rooms.locate lab and x-ray reports as needed.Complete all assigned Quality Assurance assignments per QA log.Other duties as assigned by supervisor.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:Visual and auditory accuracyShift length - 8 hours with occasional overtime required.Continuous use of computer & electronic health record.Extensive standing and walkingFrequently squatting, kneeling, reaching, twisting, climbing.Occasional sittingFrequent telephone usageContinuous conversational communicationContinuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both handsOccasionally carrying and lifting up to 50 lbs.Occasionally pushing, pulling, and positioning patients up to 200 lbs.Occasionally pushing, pulling, and positioning (with assistance) patients over 200lbsInfrequent use of personal transportationAble to respond quickly and calmly to medical emergencies.CMA-Certified Medical AssistantREPORTS TO: Director or Associate Director of NursingEDUCATION-EXPERIENCE-SKILLS:High school diploma or GEDTexas Driver’s LicenseCompleted an accredited medical assisting program and an externship in a supervised healthcare setting.Should have a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or another certifying agency.CPR certification.1 year of prior experience as in a medical assisting role performing administrative duties or similar position in a healthcare work environmentPossesses basic computer skills to complete administrative tasks.Strong communication skills and customer service skillsAbility to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.Bilingual and experience preferred.Must work within CMA scope of practice.