Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - TCP Westwood

Texas Children's Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant at the TCP Westwood Clinic. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, providing direct care to patients, gathering information, and assisting with examinations and treatments. This role requires relevant certifications and a commitment to maintaining a safe workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduated from a medical assistant or EMT program.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers needed.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient/family data and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist during treatments.
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed.

Skills

Bilingual abilities

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAM)

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

National Medical Assistant Certification (NCMA)

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)

EMT certification from Texas Department of State Health Services

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - TCP Westwood

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Job Description

We are seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) at the TCP Westwood Clinic. The ideal candidate works well in a fast-paced environment, gathering information, assessing, and providing direct care to patients.

Note: All successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards, as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers
• One of the following certifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAM) from AAMA
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from recognized organizations
• National Medical Assistant Certification (NCMA) from NCCT
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from NAHP

• EMT (EMT), EMT-Basic (EMT-B), or EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of related experience
• Bilingual abilities
• Pediatric experience, including ear checks, immunizations, injections

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient/family data, vital signs, BMI, height/weight, and reason for visit with accuracy
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during treatments and testing
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed
• Identify and document patient eligibility for vaccination programs
• Collect specimens and perform laboratory tests
• Maintain certification through continuing education