Certified Medical Assistant

Texas Children's; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to collect patient information, support exam procedures, and provide education to patients and families. The successful candidate will document vitals, assist with treatments, and coordinate referrals and lab work under physician direction.

The role requires BLS certification and a CMA/EMT credential. Strong attention to detail, communication, and infection control are essential, with opportunities for ongoing education and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program, or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that this education is not required for certification.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• One qualifying credential is required: CCMA, CMA-AAM, CMA-C, EMT, EMT-A, EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P, licensed paramedic, NCMA, NRCMA, RMA-AAH, RMA-AAMP, RMA-AMT, or RMA-ARMA.

Responsibilities

• Collects and accurately documents patient information, vital signs, BMI, height, weight, medications, allergies, and reasons for visits.
• Prepares patients for examinations, assists providers with treatments and testing, and documents care within the scope of practice.
• Coordinates follow-up care for laboratory results, emergency room visits, and other patient needs.
• Administers medications and immunizations as directed by physicians, documents administration and adverse reactions, and immediately reports errors.
• Identifies patients eligible for the Vaccines for Children Program and follows program documentation and management procedures.
• Provides and documents patient and family education as instructed by providers or practice protocols.
• Coordinates referrals, verifies coverage, completes and transmits authorized referral documentation within 2 business days, and tracks follow-up reports.
• Collects and processes specimens, performs laboratory tests and quality checks, and maintains testing equipment and records.
• Coordinates outside laboratory services, tracks outstanding results, notifies providers, and reports laboratory errors and quality issues.
• Screens and documents patient calls, provides telephone guidance and prescription refill support under provider direction, and responds appropriately to emergencies.
• Maintains clinical supplies and medication inventories and follows infection control, CLIA/COLA, and OSHA requirements.
• Communicates clearly with patients and families, participates in care team meetings and quality improvement initiatives, and maintains certification through documented continuing education.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of medical assistant or EMT program, or licensing authority documentation indicating not required for certification

Job description

At our company, our mission starts with our people. Guided by our HEART values of Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust, we strive to create a workplace where teammates feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work every day.

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you’ll gather patient information and work with the healthcare team to assess and provide age-appropriate care. You’ll also assist with examinations, treatments, laboratory testing, patient education, and referrals while following practice protocols.

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Job Responsibilities

• Collects and accurately documents patient information, vital signs, BMI, height, weight, medications, allergies, and reasons for visits


• Prepares patients for examinations, assists providers with treatments and testing, and documents care within the scope of practice


• Coordinates follow-up care for laboratory results, emergency room visits, and other patient needs


• Administers medications and immunizations as directed by physicians, documents administration and adverse reactions, and immediately reports errors


• Identifies patients eligible for the Vaccines for Children Program and follows program documentation and management procedures


• Provides and documents patient and family education as instructed by providers or practice protocols


• Coordinates referrals, verifies coverage, completes and transmits authorized referral documentation within 2 business days, and tracks follow-up reports


• Collects and processes specimens, performs laboratory tests and quality checks, and maintains testing equipment and records


• Coordinates outside laboratory services, tracks outstanding results, notifies providers, and reports laboratory errors and quality issues


• Screens and documents patient calls, provides telephone guidance and prescription refill support under provider direction, and responds appropriately to emergencies


• Maintains clinical supplies and medication inventories and follows infection control, CLIA/COLA, and OSHA requirements


• Communicates clearly with patients and families, participates in care team meetings and quality improvement initiatives, and maintains certification through documented continuing education

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required


• Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program, or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that this education is not required for certification required


• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required


• One qualifying credential: CCMA, CMA-AAM, CMA-C, EMT, EMT-A, EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P, licensed paramedic, NCMA, NRCMA, RMA-AAH, RMA-AAMP, RMA-AMT, or RMA-ARMA required


• 1 year of related experience preferred