Certified Medical Assistant II

New Jersey Department of Children and Families; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Fort Worth seeks a Certified Medical Assistant 2. This role involves supporting patient care under physician guidance, performing tasks such as vital signs monitoring, record documentation, and assisting in administrative duties. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, CMA certification, and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience required.
• Basic Life Support Certification within 30 days of joining.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from recognized bodies.

Responsibilities

• Assist during patient examinations and treatments.
• Update medical records and document patient histories.
• Administer prescribed medications and perform routine tests.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Documentation

Vital signs assessment

Injection administration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baylor Scott and White Health - Digestive Diseases

Location: Fort Worth, Texas

Shift: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

As a Certified Medical Assistant 2, you will help patients' physical well-being under a doctor's guidance. Tasks include updating records, giving injections, and more. Administrative duties like scheduling and staff training are also part of the job. This role emphasizes teamwork and a positive learning atmosphere.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Offering help during patient examinations and treatments, under the guidance of a physician.
• Setting up treatment rooms for patient examinations and ensuring their cleanliness post-procedure.
• Accompanying patients from the waiting area, preparing them for their examination.
• Conducting patient interviews to obtain medical information and documenting it in their medical history.
• Taking and recording patient vital signs.
• Carrying out routine patient tests, processing electrocardiograms, and collecting specimen samples.
• Administering medications as instructed by Physician.
• Changing dressings and removing sutures and staples.
• Undertaking administrative tasks like answering calls and scheduling appointments.
• Promoting team productivity through huddles and meetings, and assisting in the mentoring and training of staff members.

Key Success Factors

• An understanding of safe medical practice and precise medication administration.
• Aptitude for documenting patient information accurately.
• Capacity to monitor patients' overall physical health, and report any abnormal findings.
• Proficiency in administering injections and drawing blood.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Exceptional patient care skills, including a comforting bedside manner.
• Ability to adhere closely to instructions given by physicians.
• Experience with medical charts and records.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• A minimum of (2) two years of professional experience.
• Obtaining a Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) within (30) thirty days of joining.
• Must be a CMA from one of the following: Nat Cert Med Asst (NCMA) from NCCT, Cert Med Asst (CMA) from AAMA or ARMA, Cert Cln Med Asst (CCMA) from NHA, Reg Med Asst (RMA) from AMT, AAMP, or AAH, Nat Reg Cert Med Asst (NRCMA) from NAHP, Cln Med Asst Cert (CMAC) from AMCA.