Certified Medical Assistant
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Mesquite
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Address: 1575 Interstate - 30 Mesquite TX 75150
Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:00 AM - 5 PM
Requirements: Bilingual Spanish
JOB SUMMARY
Location: Mesquite
Department: Primary Care
Schedule: Monday-Friday(8am-5pm)
The Certified Medical Assistant 1 under the direction of a
physician, helps in the delivery of health care for patients. This
position performs a wide variety of patient care activities
including, but not limited to, maintenance of clinical record and
documentation, administering medications, giving injections, and
taking vital signs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Helps in examination and treatment of patients under the direction
of a physician.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Cleans rooms
after procedures, cleans and disinfects equipment, restocks
supplies.
Helps and accompanies patients from waiting room and prepares
patients for examination.
Interviews patients and records or inputs information to patients'
medical record. Collects all medical data to help the physician's
ability to draw conclusions about the patient's needs. Ensure all
charts and forms for the office visit are ready for the
provider.
Measures, collects and records patient's vital signs (i.e., pulse
rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and
prepares patients for examinations and tests, procedures and
x-rays.
Performs routine patient testing, acquires and processes
electrocardiograms, and collects and processes blood specimens and
urine samples.
Prepares and administers routine oral, rectal, medications,
injections and vaccinations excluding controlled substances, as
directed by Physician. Identifies and reports adverse
reactions.
Removes sutures and staples and change sterile and non-sterile
dressings, as requested.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by
American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical
Technologists.
Knowledge of standards of safe and accurate medical
administration.
Knowledge of the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right
dose, right route, right time.
Ability to accurately document patient information under
organizational policies, regulations and procedures. Familiarity
with HIPPA regulations.
Ability to make observations of the general physical condition of
the patient and notifies the nurse/healthcare provider of
abnormalities.
Ability to give injections and draw blood.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent bedside way and ability to make patients be at ease.
Appears friendly, reassuring and approachable to patients.
Ability to take instruction from a doctor.
Familiarity with medical charts and records.
High attention to detail.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or
transfer.
Cert Medical Assistant (CMA): Must be CMA from one listed
Nat Cert Med Asst (NCMA) from NCCT
Cert Med Asst (CMA) from AAMA or ARMA
Cert Cln Med Asst (CCMA) from NHA
Reg Med Asst (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAH
Nat Reg Cert Med Asst (NRCMA) from NAHP
Cln Med Asst Cert (CMAC) from AMCA.
As a health care system committed to improving the health of those
we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours
that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor
Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine
products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to
ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected
veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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