Certified Medical Assistant 2 (CMA 2)

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant 2 (CMA 2)
Location: Plano, TX
Duration: 3 Months+ (Temp with possible permanent hire) – Temp to Perm

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:45 PM (40 hours/week)
Travel Required: No
Interview Type: TEAMS – 1 or 2 rounds
Certifications: CMA, BLS
Preferred Skills: GI, Oncology, or Family Medicine experience; Epic EMR experience; 2+ years CMA experience; Bilingual highly preferred.
 
Job Summary:
The Certified Medical Assistant 2 (CMA 2), under the direction of a physician, assists in providing healthcare to patients. This role includes performing a variety of patient care activities such as documenting clinical information, administering medications, giving injections, taking vital signs, and assisting with procedures. The CMA 2 may also help with scheduling, staff mentoring, and training.
 
Essential Functions:

• Assist in the examination and treatment of patients under physician supervision.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and restocking of supplies and equipment.
• Escort patients from the waiting area and prepare them for exams or procedures.
• Interview patients and record relevant medical information in their charts.
• Collect and record vital signs (pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height).
• Perform routine patient testing, EKGs, and collect/process blood and urine specimens.
• Administer routine medications, injections, and vaccinations (excluding controlled substances) as directed by a physician.
• Remove sutures and change sterile/non-sterile dressings as needed.
• Perform administrative duties, including scheduling, answering phones, and relaying messages.
• Facilitate or lead team huddles and meetings.
• Assist in process workflow management, staff scheduling, mentoring, and training.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives.

 
Key Success Factors:

• CMA certification from an accredited program (AAMA or AMT).
• Knowledge of safe and accurate medical administration principles.
• Understanding of the “5 Rights” of medication administration: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
• Ability to accurately document patient information according to organizational policies and HIPAA regulations.
• Strong observational skills for patient conditions and reporting abnormalities.
• Proficiency in injections, blood draws, and other basic clinical procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and charting procedures.
• Excellent bedside manner and ability to put patients at ease.
• Ability to take direction from physicians and work collaboratively with the healthcare team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

 
Additional Information:
This job description outlines the essential responsibilities of the CMA 2 role. It is not an exhaustive list of duties, and management may assign additional responsibilities as needed. Successful candidates must demonstrate commitment to effective patient care, integrity, and teamwork.