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Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Baylor University Medical CenterDallas, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Certified Medical Assistant

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you support healthcare professionals and patients. You work closely with doctors to provide care. Responsibilities include updating records, administering medication, giving injections, and recording vital signs. You maintain detailed documentation with precision. Providing patient-focused service, you perform each task proficiently and diligently.

Essential Functions Of The Role :

  • Assist with patient examinations and treatment under physician guidance.
  • Prepare and clean treatment rooms before and after procedures, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, and ensuring supplies are well-stocked.
  • Guide patients from the waiting room and help them get ready for their examination.
  • Interview patients and update medical records. Collect detailed medical information to help the physician understand patient needs. Ensure paperwork is ready before the visit.
  • Record patient's vital signs - pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height. Prepare patients for exams, tests, procedures, and x-rays.
  • Perform regular patient tests including electrocardiograms and collecting blood and urine samples for processing.
  • Administer routine medications and vaccinations as directed. Monitor for adverse reactions and report to the physician.
  • Change both sterile and non-sterile dressings as needed, and remove sutures and staples when requested.

Key Success Factors :

  • You should possess a medical assistant certification from a program accredited by a reputable professional healthcare association.
  • A clear understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards needs to be demonstrated.
  • Know the five patient rights : Identify the correct patient, administer the correct medication, ensure the right dosage, use the right administration method, and adhere to the right schedule.
  • It's crucial to accurately document patient information abiding by organizational policies and regulatory standards, including privacy laws.
  • The ability to closely observe a patient's general physical condition, reporting any noticeable abnormalities to the healthcare provider.
  • You need to be adept at administering injections and drawing blood.
  • An understanding of medical terminology is necessary.
  • The ability to foster trust and rapport with patients is critical. You should appear friendly, reassuring, and approachable.
  • The willingness and ability to follow instructions from doctors are essential.
  • Familiarity with medical charts and records will aid in performing your duties.
  • A keen eye for details is required.
  • Qualifications :

  • Education - H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent
  • Experience - Less than (1) one year of experience
  • Certification / License / Registration - Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty 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.
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