Certified Medical Assistant 1

Job Title – Certified Medical Assistant 1
Locations – Sachse, TX  75048
Initial Duration – 13 Months+(with possible extension)
 
Shift Time- Mon-Fri 8 am - 5 pm

Parking Included: yes
Interview Type: 2 rounds of interviews
Certification/Degree Requirements: CMA, BLS
Top Skills: Rooming exp, phlebotomy exp required, epic exp required

Job Summary:
Under the direction of a physician, assists in the delivery of health care for patients. 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.

Maintains Vital Signs, Chief Complaint, Allergies And Updates Medication List.

• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.
• Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulations and procedures.
• Ability to make observations of the general physical condition of the patient and notifies the nurse/healthcare provider of abnormalities.
• Takes medical histories and recording of vital signs.
   

Administers Routine Oral, Rectal Or Injectable Medications.

• Knowledge of principles of safe and accurate medical administration.
• Knowledge of the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
• Knowledge of the importance of preventing medication errors and near miss medication errors.
• Identifies and reports adverse reactions.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by Physician.
   

Completes All Necessary Steps To Perform Routine Patient Testing.

• Completes all steps to acquire and process electrocardiograms.
• Completes all steps in the collection and processing of blood specimens.
• Completes all steps in the collection and processing of urine samples.
   

Assists with procedures, room and equipment set up.

• Sets up room by ensuring that all needed equipment and supplies are in room and in good working order.
• Cleans room after procedure, takes soiled items to appropriate location.
• Responsible for stocking all supplies in assigned rooms at end of shift.
• Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting equipment according to established policies and procedures.
• Prepare patients for tests, procedures, and x-rays.
• Remove sutures and Client.
• Change sterile and non-sterile dressings.

 
Performs clerical functions related to patient care in an ambulatory setting.

• Ability to use the support appropriate patient care scheduling systems.
• Ability to enter patient related data into the practice management system.

• Ability to interpret and input patient orders.

 
Effectively maintains relationships with patients and medical staff.

• Ability to make observations of the general physical condition of the patient and notifies the nurse/healthcare provider of abnormalities

 
Performs Other Position Appropriate Duties As Required In A Competent, Professional And Courteous Manner.Skills, Knowledge And Ability:

• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast paced, often stressful environment.
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of principles of aseptic and sterile technique.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.
• Knowledge of computers, keyboard, e-mail programs and the use of web-based applications.
• Basic understanding of rules, regulations, and retrieval of insurance information.
• Ability to identify problems and recommending solutions.
• Commitment to service and quality.
• Occasional to frequent exposure to chemical and/or radiation hazards.