Certified Medical Assistant

Methodist Health System

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness program

Job summary

Methodist Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and provide patient-centered care under physician direction. The role includes rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting allergies and medications, and performing injections as directed, while supporting clinic quality metrics.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program and current certification; 2+ years of experience in a clinic setting is preferred.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants.
National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification; certification must remain current.
Two+ years' experience as a medical assistant in a clinic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Implements patient care under guidance of physician/nurse.
Rooming patients; taking vitals and entering allergy/pharmacy information.
May perform injections as instructed by physician.
Assist physicians in providing care and meeting clinic metrics.
Perform general clinical duties per state guidelines and OSHA regulations.
Demonstrate infection control practices and maintain equipment and supplies.

Education

Graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants

National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Hours of Work

8am - 4:30pm

Days Of Week

M-F

Work Shift

8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description

In this highly technical, fast-paced, and challenging position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Medical Assistant works under the general direction of the physician to provide healthcare to individuals as instructed by the physician; performs routine clinical procedures as directed by the physician; participates in patient education; enters appropriate documentation into patients' health record; performs all other duties as assigned within the scope of certification. Reports directly to the Practice Manager.

Your Job Requirements

Graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants
National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification. Certification must remain current and active throughout employment.
Two or more years' experience of professional medical assisting in a clinic setting preferred.
Responsibilities and duties listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required.
Knowledge of professional clinical theory and practices to provide and evaluate patient care.
Skill in applying and interpreting principles, methods, and techniques to provide professional patient care.
Perception necessary to observe pertinent detail when taking vital signs (BP, pulse, temp.) and observation of patient's condition.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Strong positive interpersonal skills; can communicate effectively verbally and written.

Your Job Responsibilities

Implements patient care under the guidance and direction of the physician and/or nurse.
Rooming the patient including taking vitals, entering/updating allergies, and pharmacy information.
May perform intramuscular, intradermal, or subcutaneous injections when instructed by the physician.
Assists physicians in providing care to patients and meeting required metrics in accordance with clinic policies, guidelines, and other quality review organizations.
Performs general clinical duties as appropriate within state guidelines and conforms to OSHA Regulations and Precautions.
Demonstrates working knowledge and practice of infection control procedures.
Cleans and disinfects all instruments and clinical areas.
Assures room set-up and necessary instruments are made available for patient appointments.
Maintains inventory and participates in minimizing waste of medical supplies and medications; orders supplies as needed.
Maintains medical equipment per regulation minimum, following operation instructions, and reporting to manager equipment failure.

Methodist Medical Group

Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 92 MMG ambulatory clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace: