Certified Medical Assistant 1

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant 1
Job Location: Murphy, TX
Job Duration: 3 months+ can be extended

Shift: Mon-Fri (8:30 am – 5:30 pm)
 
Job Description:
• Temp to perm? Temp w/ option to perm
• Length of Assignment: 90 days w/ possible extension
• Work Location: Murphy
• Work Schedule: Mon-Fri (830a-5:30p) could work past 6p depending on the work volume and must be available work on Saturdays once a month (8a-1p shift)
• Interview: on-site interview
• Top skills: Phlebotomy exp preferred, Pediatric exp preferred, Coachable
• Additional Notes: this clinic is Pediatric

Job Summary:
 
Patient Care Assistance:

• Assist in the delivery of healthcare under the direction of a physician.
• Perform a variety of patient care activities, including maintaining clinical records and documentation.
• Administer medications, injections, and take vital signs.

 
Vital Signs & Patient Information:

• Maintain and update vital signs, chief complaints, allergies, and medication lists.
• Document patient information accurately according to organizational policies and procedures.
• Observe general physical condition of patients and notify healthcare provider of abnormalities.

 
Medical History & Medication Administration:

• Take medical histories and record vital signs.
• Administer routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications.
• Ensure safe and accurate medication administration (the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time).
• Prevent medication errors and report adverse reactions.
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by the physician.

 
Routine Patient Testing:

• Perform and process electrocardiograms (EKGs).
• Collect and process blood and urine specimens.

 
Assistance with Procedures & Room Setup:

• Set up rooms with necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Clean rooms after procedures and dispose of soiled items properly.
• Stock supplies in assigned rooms at the end of the shift.
• Clean and disinfect equipment following established policies.

 
Preparation for Tests & Procedures:

• Prepare patients for tests, procedures, and x-rays.
• Remove sutures and dress wounds.
• Change sterile and non-sterile dressings.

 
Clerical Functions:

• Use patient care scheduling systems effectively.
• Enter patient-related data into the practice management system.
• Interpret and input patient orders.

 
Patient & Medical Staff Relations:

• Maintain professional and effective relationships with patients and medical staff.
• Notify nurse/healthcare provider of any abnormalities in patient condition.

 
Other Duties:

• Perform additional duties as required, in a competent, professional, and courteous manner.

 
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced, stressful environment.
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile technique.
• Familiarity with medical equipment and instruments.
• Proficiency in using computers, email programs, and web-based applications.
• Basic understanding of rules and regulations, including insurance information retrieval.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Commitment to service quality.
• Occasional to frequent exposure to chemical and/or radiation hazards.