Medical Assistant - UCC/SC

CCMC Cook Children's Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth is seeking a Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care alongside physicians and advanced practice providers. The role performs clinical duties per established policies, emphasizing good customer relations and contributing to the nursing process to augment the care plan. A high school diploma and MA program or certification are required, with current BLS and national certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Graduate of an accredited MA program OR MA certification required.
• Current BLS Certification required; National certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Function in collaborative practice with physicians and/or ARNPs in an ambulatory care setting.
• Assist in preparation and delivery of ambulatory patient care as directed by providers and licensed staff.
• Care is based on the nursing process and augments the medical plan of treatment.
• Maintain good customer relations and ensure patient flow in the ambulatory setting.

Skills

Medical Assistant

Education

High School diploma

Accredited MA program graduate or MA certification

Job description

Location

Fort Worth

Department

UCC - Fort Worth

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours

36

Summary

The Medical Assistant will function in collaborative practice with physician(s) and/or advanced practice provider(s) in an ambulatory care setting. Assists in the preparation and delivery of ambulatory patient care as directed by provider(s) and other licensed clinical personnel. Skillfully and consistently performs clinical duties per established departmental policies and procedures. The care is based on the nursing process and augments the medical plan of treatment appropriate to the ambulatory care setting with an emphasis on good customer relations.

Education and Experience

High School diploma required. Either a graduate of an accredited MA school OR a current MA certification required.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

Current BLS Certification required. National certification preferred.

About Us

Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination. Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.

Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children's team, you can be an important part of making that happen.