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Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Baylor Scott & White HealthEnnis, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Summary - Certified Medical Assistant (Float)

2460 N-I35E Waxahachie 75165 - Float Pool

Schedule is : Full time, weekdays.  M-F, 8a-5p

Certified Medical Assistant 1 Float handles patient healthcare under professionals' guidance. Tasks include record-keeping, medication administration, injections, and vital sign documentation. Provide valuable support for smooth patient care.

Essential Functions of the Role

  • You will act as a versatile resource for various clinics within a designated, local area.
  • You will be involved in patient examination and treatment under the guidance of a physician.
  • You'll keep treatment rooms ready for patient examination, ensuring their cleanliness after procedures and maintaining supplies.
  • You'll ensure the comfort of patients by assisting and accompanying them from waiting room to examination room.
  • You'll interview patients and record information in their medical records. Collect medical data to help physicians assess patient health and needs.
  • You will be responsible for readying all necessary documents and forms for each office visit.
  • You will check patient vital signs before exams, tests, procedures, and x-rays. This includes pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height.
  • Routine patient testing is required. Acquiring and processing electrocardiograms is part of the job. Collecting and processing blood and urine samples is also necessary.
  • You'll administer oral, rectal meds, vaccines as directed. Report any adverse reactions promptly.
  • Additional duties will include the removal of sutures and staples and the changing of sterile and non-sterile dressings as required.

Key Success Factors

  • You are open to frequent travel to different clinics within a specified, local region to perform assigned tasks.
  • You earned a medical assistant certification from an approved program, like American Association of Medical Assistants or American Medical Technologists.
  • You are well-versed in the critical values of secure and accurate medical administration.
  • You understand the fundamentals of "five rights" - right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
  • Record patient info following policies, regulations, and procedures. Familiar with HIPAA guidelines.
  • You naturally observe patients' physical condition and promptly report any abnormalities to medical personnel.
  • You're capable of administering injections and drawing blood.
  • You are adept at medical terminologies.
  • Your excellent interpersonal skills make patients feel comfortable. You come across as friendly, reassuring and approachable.
  • You're comfortable taking instructions from doctors.
  • You are accustomed to handling medical charts and records.
  • Self-starter.  Will jump in to help, even before being asked
  • Flexible and versitile.  This position is for the Float Pool
  • You display high regard for detail.

    • About Us

    Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

    Our Core Values are :

  • We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
  • We never settle by constantly striving for better.
  • We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
  • We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

    • Benefits

    Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include :

  • 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.

    Belonging Statement

    We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

    QUALIFICATIONS

  • EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent
  • EXPERIENCE -  (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 Medical 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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