The Certified Medical Assistant will deliver care to patients by performing general patient care duties, including greeting, preparing patients, and obtaining and recording vital signs and current medications. They will also communicate with patients regarding test results and care plans as directed by the physician and escalate non-routine issues when necessary.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and current Medical Assistant Certification (CMA). Medical Assistant experience and bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish are strongly preferred, along with basic computer skills and sound judgment in urgent circumstances.
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Job description
Certified Medical Assistant/CMA – Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic – Full-Time, Days Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together **Sign-On for Eligible New Hires*
Work location: 8440 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 610, Dallas, TX 75231 Work hours: Full-time, 40 hours weekly, Monday thru Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Travel: 25%25 travel once weekly to Rockwall location (mileage reimbursement provided) Heart & Vascular Specialists Clinic Highlights: Be a part of our clinic that offers the opportunity to strengthen your skills by working with our Providers and Staff in a rewarding, educational environment If you thrive working in a fast-paced, multi-provider clinic and can handle multiple projects simultaneously, this is the place for you! Join our team members who have strong work ethic, positive attitudes, and support each other thru collaborative teamwork We pride ourselves in being compassionate and empathic to our patients and team
Here’s What You Need High School Diploma or equivalent (required) CMA - Current Medical Assistant Certification (required) Medical Assistant experience (strongly preferred) Bilingual in English / Spanish (strongly preferred) ACLS or BCLS (preferred) Basic computer skills using medical management application systems Effectively communicate with staff and patients Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations Demonstrates sound judgement in emergency situations Takes appropriate action in urgent circumstances Maintains a positive, customer-focused attitude toward staff and patients Possess a strong work ethic and always display a high level of professionalism What You Will Do Delivers care to patients utilizing the Certified Medical Assistant Process 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.
Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the Nurse Manager or healthcare provider(s).
Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
May perform other duties as assigned by Nurse Manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).
Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Medical
Dental
401k
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Flex Spending
Student Loan Repayment Program
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