Certified Medical Assistant II at Baylor Scott & White Health

Garland, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Assistant Certification, Patient Care, Vital Signs Measurement, Medication Administration, Medical Terminology, Excellent Bedside Manner, Attention To Detail, HIPAA Regulations, Blood Draw, Injections, Patient Interviewing, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Team Meetings, Mentoring, Training

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

JOB SUMMARY - Certified Medical Assistant II 7217 Telecom Pkwy Garland 75044 - Genecology Schedule is: Full time, M-F, 7:30a-4:30p (off 3:30p on Fridays) The Certified Medical Assistant 2, under the direction of a physician, assists 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/documentation, administering medications, giving injections and taking vital signs. This position may assists in scheduling, mentoring and training staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Assists 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. Assists with inventory levels to ensure availability of necessary supplies, equipment and instruments, and records as necessary. Assists 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 in order to facilitate 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. Performs administrative related duties such as answering telephones, taking and relaying messages and scheduling patient appointments. Facilitates or leads huddles and various team meetings. May manage process workflow and/or staff schedules, and assists in mentoring and training staff. Identifies issues and participates in process improvement initiatives. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologists. Knowledge of principles 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 in accordance with 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 manner and ability to make patients feel 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 upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent. - EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience. Some front desk experience preferred also - 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.

Responsibilities

The Certified Medical Assistant II assists in the delivery of health care for patients under the direction of a physician. Responsibilities include preparing treatment rooms, collecting patient data, administering medications, and performing routine patient testing.