Onsite Behavioral Health CCMA — Entry-Level Medical Assistant

UAB Medicine; Cooper (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CLI-CLI-BEHA Behavioral Health Section at Cooper Green in Cooper seeks a CCMA to provide medical treatment and direct patient care under supervision. Duties include taking vitals, recording data in the EHR, performing EKGs, and assisting with procedures.

The role supports patient care across departments, administers medications as ordered, and ensures a safe, organized environment. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and CCMA Certification from the NHA or AAMA is required.
• Two years of clinical experience preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists in providing direct and indirect nursing care and maintains exam rooms.
• Accurately takes and records patient vitals and performs EKGs and specimen collection.
• Documents health history and updates in the EHR; administers medications per provider order.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and effective communication with patients and staff.
• Ensures a safe, organized environment and covers cross-department needs as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Medication administration

Documentation in EHR

Patient communication

Confidentiality

Education

CCMA Certification (NHA or AAMA)

Tools

EHR systems

EKG equipment

Job description

CLI-CLI-BEHA Behavioral Health Section at Cooper Green in Cooper seeks a CCMA to provide medical treatment and direct patient care under supervision. Duties include taking vitals, recording data in the EHR, performing EKGs, and assisting with procedures.

The role supports patient care across departments, administers medications as ordered, and ensures a safe, organized environment. Strong communication and confidentiality are essential.