Certified Medical Assistant - Ortho Trauma Specialists - Fulltime, Days

Certified Medical Assistant - Ortho Trauma Specialists Certified Medical Assistant Fast-paced, high-volume clinic looking for a top skilled Certified Medical Assistant. Sign-On for Eligible New Hires Work location: 7715 San Jacinto - Suite 100, Plano, TX 75024 Work hours: Full Time; Monday-Thursday (7:45am to 4:30pm), Friday (7:45am to 3pm) Department Highlights: Friendly atmosphere Shortened clinic hours on Fridays Opportunity for additional training and career growth Qualifications Here's What You Need High School Diploma or equivalent (REQUIRED) One year of Medical Assistant experience (PREFERRED) CMA - Current Certified Medical Assistant (REQUIRED) Willing to consider a New CMA that has completed an Externship ACLS or BCLS upon hire (PREFERRED) A successful Certified Medical Assistant will: have the ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections as needed be able to effectively communicate with both staff and patients and have thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations demonstrate sound judgement in emergency situations, as well as take appropriate action in urgent circumstances maintain a positive, customer-focused attitude toward patients possess a strong work ethic and always display a high level of professionalism have basic computer skills using medical management application systems What You Will Do 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. 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). Additional perks at Texas Health: Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits. Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice. Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.