Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - General Surgery

Tenet Healthcare; Turlock (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant in a physician office setting to provide direct nursing support under a physician’s direction. The role includes vital signs, patient assessment, and assisting with procedures in a fast-paced clinic.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program (or equivalent). CPR/BLS is required, with 90 days to obtain MA certification in applicable departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program or equivalent experience.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• At least 1 year of experience in a physician office preferred.
• Some departments require MA certification.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and assess patient health needs.
• Assist physicians during exams and procedures.
• Document patient information in the medical record per policy.
• Administer prescribed meds and perform venipunctures and basic labs.
• Maintain clean, sterile exam rooms and inventory of supplies.
• Coordinate referrals and obtain necessary pre-certifications.
• Provide front-office support: answer phones and schedule appointments.
• Ensure compliance with PPE and HIPAA policies.

Skills

Vital signs assessment

Medical documentation

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Medical Assisting Program or equivalent

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

$1000 Sign On Bonus

A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.

Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources, including HIPAA and the Corporate Compliance Program.

Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity, determining chief complaint, and assessing patients' physical and mental status.

Completes all necessary documentation in the patient's medical record in accordance with practice's charting policy.

Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams, and medical procedures.

Administers prescribed oral medications and injections (intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal); performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived, and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.

Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment for patients and visitors, including cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments.

Manages inventory by stocking rooms and taking inventory of medical and exam room supplies.

Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood, body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.

Coordinates patient referrals by arranging for specialized consultations/testing and obtaining necessary insurance pre-certifications.

Provides administrative support by answering phones, scheduling appointments, assisting with patient check-out, and supporting other practice functions as needed.

Education :

High school diploma/GED required.

Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program OR equivalent relevant work experience in lieu of education

Certification :

Medical Assistant preferred (required in some departments, will allow 90 days to obtain it) CPR/BLS certification is required

Experience :

Highly prefer at least one year of experience working in a physician office.

Sign on bonus is for new hires only!

Tenet Healthcare/TPR complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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