Certified Medical Assistant: Hands-On Patient Care & Tests

Waco Family Medicine; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Waco Family Medicine in Texas seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers with initial patient assessments, vital signs, and a range of procedures. The CMA administers medications per orders, documents care in the EHR, and educates patients on disease processes and treatments.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests (EKG, spirometry, vision/hearing screens), venipuncture, and basic treatments, with IV administration strictly by RN or clinician.

Qualifications

• Must have CMA certification and CPR certification.
• Completed an accredited medical assisting program with externship.
• Strong communication and customer service skills; bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider with initial patient assessments and vital signs.
• Administer medications as per provider orders (oral, IM, subcutaneous, intradermal).
• Document care and orders in the EHR; manage messages and test results.
• Perform diagnostic tests (EKG, spirometry, vision/hearing tests).
• Assist with minor procedures and patient education per TDH/guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Basic computer skills

Texas Driver’s License

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited medical assisting program with externship

CMA certification (AAMA or equivalent)

CPR certification

Texas Driver’s License

Tools

EHR (Electronic Health Record)

MyChart access

Job description

Waco Family Medicine in Texas seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers with initial patient assessments, vital signs, and a range of procedures. The CMA administers medications per orders, documents care in the EHR, and educates patients on disease processes and treatments.

Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests (EKG, spirometry, vision/hearing screens), venipuncture, and basic treatments, with IV administration strictly by RN or clinician.