Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Pulmonary Clinic

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Texas is seeking a Medical Assistant to be the initial contact for patients and physicians in the outpatient setting. You will escort patients, prepare them for exams and procedures, and assist clinicians as needed.

This role covers front office duties, chart maintenance, phlebotomy, vital signs, EKG, and accurate order entry, with emphasis on maintaining clean exam rooms and storage areas.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program preferred.
• 1 year health care related experience required; 3-5 years preferred; EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare them for procedures.
• Perform front office tasks and maintain patient charts.
• Conduct phlebotomy, measure vital signs, and record EKGs.
• Enter orders and assist clinicians as needed.
• Clean exam rooms, equipment and storage areas.

Skills

EMR experience

Phlebotomy

Vital signs

EKG

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited medical assisting program

Job description

The Medical Assistant serves as the initial contact for patients and physicians. This position assists with escorting patients, preparing patients for exams and procedures and aids as needed. Handles front office duties and implements, organizes and maintains patients' charts. Performs various tasks including phlebotomy, vital signs, EKG and order entry in addition to cleaning exam rooms, equipment and storage areas. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned. Utilizes a defined skill set consistent with the basic educational program, certification, and relevant work experience to deliver direct care to the patient in the outpatient clinical setting

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Required: High school diploma or GED

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program.

EXPERIENCE:

• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year of health care related experience.
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience. Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

CERTIFICATIONS:

• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.