Certified Medical Assistant/CMA - Internal Medicine - THPG

Certified Medical Assistant/CMA - Internal Medicine - THPG

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health Physicians Group 1604 Hospital Pkwy Ste 402 Bedford, TX 76022

Work hours: Full-time, Monday- Thursday 8am-5pm; Friday 8-12.45pm

Internal Medicine Clinic Highlights:

Strong teamwork and collaboration

Fast-paced, high volume inbound/outbound calls

Compassion and empathy to our patients and the Team

Join an innovative team working towards making healthcare more accessible, integrated, and reliable

What You Will Do:

Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures. 10%

Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider. 10%

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. 10%

Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration. 10%

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. 10%

Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing. 10%

Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. 10%

Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician. 5%

Prepares, cleans and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol. Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly. 5%

Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s). 5%

Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. 5%

Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights. 5%

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). 5%

What You Need:

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Req

Experience

1 Year Medical Assistant experience Pref

Licenses and Certifications

MA - Medical Assistant Upon Hire Req And

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Pref Or

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Pref And

Other NCT - Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training may be required Upon Hire Pref

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.

Supervision

Individual Contributor

ADA Requirements

Working Indoors 67% or more

OSHA

Tasks involving exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Physical Demands

Medium Work

Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted.Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.