CMA: Fast-Paced Pediatric & Adult Care

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Texas Children's is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced pediatric setting for ages 0 to 18, and adults when needed. You will assist with examinations, document vital signs, and support care coordination in the patient care area.

The role emphasizes accurate data collection, clinical procedures under supervision, and patient education. A compassionate team environment and adherence to safety standards are required.

Qualifikationen

• H.S. Diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that medical assistant/emergency medical technician education is not a requirement for certification.
• BLS -Cert-Basic Life Support from American Heart Association.
• 1-year related experience preferred.
• National certifications: CCMA, CMA-AAMA, CMA-C, NCMA, NRCMA, RMA variants, EMT and Paramedic levels (Texas DoSHS).

Aufgaben

• Assist in collection of patient data including biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information.
• Collect and document vital signs, BMI, height/weight, and visit reason with accuracy.
• Update records to reflect prior care, current medications, allergies, and other protocol-mandated information.
• Prepare patient for examination and assist provider during treatments, exams, and testing.
• Complete and document treatments and interventions as directed by provider.
• Document and administer medications and immunizations as directed by physician.
• Support patient education and self-management in collaboration with families.
• Utilize basic clinical equipment (thermometer, sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, lab instruments, etc.).
• Demonstrate pediatric assessment and treatment knowledge.
• Undergo respiratory fit testing per occupational health standards.

Kenntnisse

BLS-Cert-Basic Life Support (American,

1-year experience

Patient care

Vital signs

Pediatric care

Medical documentation

EMT/MA certifications

Medication administration

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from MA/EMT program or equivalent

Licensed certifications (as listed)

Jobbeschreibung

Texas Children's is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care in a fast-paced pediatric setting for ages 0 to 18, and adults when needed. You will assist with examinations, document vital signs, and support care coordination in the patient care area.

The role emphasizes accurate data collection, clinical procedures under supervision, and patient education. A compassionate team environment and adherence to safety standards are required.