Certified Medical Assistant

Waco Family Medicine; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Waco Family Medicine is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our clinical team. This role supports providers with patient assessments, vital signs, and a variety of diagnostic and treatment procedures.

You will administer medications per orders, document outcomes, and educate patients on their care plans. The CMA will perform tests such as EKGs and spirometry, maintain clean exam rooms, and coordinate referrals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• CMA certification from AAMA or equivalent.
• Completed an accredited medical assisting program and externship.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider with initial patient assessments and vital signs.
• Administer medications per provider orders (oral, IM, subcutaneous) with documentation.
• IV administration requires certification; patient assessment during IVs to be performed by RN/clinician.
• Provide patient education on disease processes, medications, interventions, and treatment implementations.
• Perform diagnostic tests (EKG, spirometry, vision/hearing screening, throat cultures, NSTs, bladder scans).
• Maintain exam rooms, stock supplies, and document care in the EHR.
• Schedule and document appointments with specialists; fax records as needed.
• Assist with minor procedures and ensure confidentiality of patient information.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

CMA certification (AAMA or equivalent)

Accredited medical assisting program + externship

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: Practice ManagerEDUCATION-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.