Certified Medical Assistant, Primary Care - Fort Worth

The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established medical center in Dallas is seeking dedicated clinical support staff to assist physicians and nurses in delivering exceptional patient care. This role involves monitoring vital signs, performing diagnostic tests, and providing administrative support to ensure a smooth workflow in a fast-paced environment. With a commitment to excellence and a supportive team culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow within a leading healthcare institution. Join a team that values innovation, compassion, and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Benefits

PPO Medical Plan

Paid Time Off

Retirement Programs

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• 1 year of patient care experience in a physician office practice.
• Completion of Medical Assistant training or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Record and report patient vital signs and perform diagnostic testing.
• Assist in administrative duties such as scheduling and answering calls.
• Prepare exam rooms and ensure availability of patient information.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Phlebotomy

EKG

Medical Assistant Certification

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases, and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

JOB SUMMARY

Works under the general supervision of a physician and/or nurse to provide clinical support to physicians and nurses in the delivery of patient clinical care and administrative support.

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available from day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
• Paid Time Off, available from day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 1 year of patient care experience in a physician office practice or completion of Medical Assistant training
• Licenses and Certifications: BLS certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire; Medical Assistant certification through recognized certifying bodies such as CMA, RMA, NRCMA, NCMA, NHA-CCMA, or RMA, obtained upon hire

JOB DUTIES

• Take, record, and report patient vital signs; perform procedures such as visual acuity, musculoskeletal screening, POC testing, phlebotomy, EKG, and other diagnostic testing.
• Escort or transport patients; document care tasks; reinforce education provided by physicians or nurses.
• Prepare exam rooms; facilitate diagnostic equipment use; ensure availability of patient information.
• Monitor autoclave temperature, POC testing QA, and conduct audits as directed.
• Serve as a preceptor for new staff; assist in their integration.
• Perform administrative duties such as scheduling, precertification, and answering patient calls.
• Inspect equipment and facilities for safety and functionality.
• Verify patient consent and authorization forms for research or treatment.
• Maintain skills through training and participate in competency reviews.
• Manage supplies; provide supervision to support personnel as needed.
• Perform core functions related to patient care and record management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215. The role may involve access to critical infrastructure and requires maintaining security and integrity.

UT Southwestern is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, and other protected categories.