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CMA / Certified Medical Assistant
Texas Health Physicians Group seeks to hire a Certified Medical Assistant to work Full Time at Texas Health
Must be willing to travel and work at all following locations.
Lake Worth 6048 Lake Worth BlvdFort Worth, TX 76135
Huguley 12001 South Freeway #208Burleson, TX 76028
Moncrief 600 S. Main St. #3.600Fort Worth, TX 76104
Salary range is Min. $14.28 / hr to Max. $20.68 / hr based on relevant experience
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8 : 00am 5 : 00pm
Under the direction of the health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients.
Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as : measuring blood pressure, recording weight, temperature, pulse and respiration and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.
Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider.
Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to : blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
Administers ordered medications and / or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and / or inhalant administration.
May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as well as perform routine tests such as EKG’s.
Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
Prepares, cleans and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol.
Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and / or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
Ensures safety checklists / quality controls are completed as required.
Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
May work in the front office as needed, as well as perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s)
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications
High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
1 year phlebotomy experience and MA experience is strongly preferred.
Current Medical Assistant Certification is required
ACLS or BLS is preferred
Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training may be required
Skills
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic.
Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
Demonstrated sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
Good computer skills using a medical management application.
Possesses a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
