Texas Children's Hospital
Certified Medical Assistant - TCP Palm Center
Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Position: Certified Medical Assistant - TCP Palm Center
Talent Area: Medical Assistant
Full/Part Time: Full time
Location: Houston, TX, US
Department: TCP Palm Center
Shift: Days
Job ID: 421968
We are searching for a full-time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) TCP Palm Center -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will gather information, assess, and provide direct care to patients.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Knowledge of medical terminology Fundamental knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Qualifications High school diploma or GED Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) course for health care providers
One of the following certifications:
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAM) from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) issued by one of the following organizations: American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants National Medical Assistant Certification (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from National Health Career Association (NHA) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from national Association of Health Professionals (NAHP). EMT (EMT) issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-Basic (EMT-B) issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services
Preferred One (1) year of related experience Pediatric experience - ear checks, well-child checks, immunizations, injections
Responsibilities Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per practice protocol Collects and documents vital signs, BMI, height/weight and reason for visit with 100% accuracy Updates documentation to include if patient has received care at any other location since last visit Prepares patient for examination per practice protocol Assists provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations and testing as directed by provider and within scope of practice Completes treatments as directed by provider and within scope of practice Administers medication and immunizations as directed by physician per practice protocol Identify patients eligible for Vaccines for Children Program and follow procedures for accurate documentation and management for this state funded program Documents administration of medication and immunizations in the medical record per practice protocol Reports all medication and immunization errors to supervisor immediately after becoming aware of the error Supports patients/families in self- management of their health through assisting with education Assesses patient’s eligibility for referral by verifying coverage with payer prior to initiating referral Documents eligibility in electronic health record per practice protocol Collects specimens and performs laboratory test Maintains certification by fulfilling continuing education (CE) requirements as directed by certification agency Maintains documentation of required hours over required recertification cycle All CE relates to areas outlined in essential job duties or related to primary care
About Texas Children’s Texas Children’s Pediatrics is the nation’s largest primary pediatric care network with more than 200 physicians dedicated to the health care needs of infants to teenagers in over 50 locations throughout the greater Houston area. As part of our goal to build a community of healthy children, Texas Children's Pediatrics Community Cares Program provides trusted, high-quality pediatric medical services for children who otherwise would seek care from emergency centers or possibly go without care or treatment due to low family incomes and/or lack of health insurance.
To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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Talent Area: Medical Assistant
Full/Part Time: Full time
Location: Houston, TX, US
Department: TCP Palm Center
Shift: Days
Job ID: 421968
We are searching for a full-time Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) TCP Palm Center -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will gather information, assess, and provide direct care to patients.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Knowledge of medical terminology Fundamental knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Qualifications High school diploma or GED Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) course for health care providers
One of the following certifications:
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAM) from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) issued by one of the following organizations: American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants National Medical Assistant Certification (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from National Health Career Association (NHA) Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from national Association of Health Professionals (NAHP). EMT (EMT) issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-Basic (EMT-B) issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services
Preferred One (1) year of related experience Pediatric experience - ear checks, well-child checks, immunizations, injections
Responsibilities Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per practice protocol Collects and documents vital signs, BMI, height/weight and reason for visit with 100% accuracy Updates documentation to include if patient has received care at any other location since last visit Prepares patient for examination per practice protocol Assists provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations and testing as directed by provider and within scope of practice Completes treatments as directed by provider and within scope of practice Administers medication and immunizations as directed by physician per practice protocol Identify patients eligible for Vaccines for Children Program and follow procedures for accurate documentation and management for this state funded program Documents administration of medication and immunizations in the medical record per practice protocol Reports all medication and immunization errors to supervisor immediately after becoming aware of the error Supports patients/families in self- management of their health through assisting with education Assesses patient’s eligibility for referral by verifying coverage with payer prior to initiating referral Documents eligibility in electronic health record per practice protocol Collects specimens and performs laboratory test Maintains certification by fulfilling continuing education (CE) requirements as directed by certification agency Maintains documentation of required hours over required recertification cycle All CE relates to areas outlined in essential job duties or related to primary care
About Texas Children’s Texas Children’s Pediatrics is the nation’s largest primary pediatric care network with more than 200 physicians dedicated to the health care needs of infants to teenagers in over 50 locations throughout the greater Houston area. As part of our goal to build a community of healthy children, Texas Children's Pediatrics Community Cares Program provides trusted, high-quality pediatric medical services for children who otherwise would seek care from emergency centers or possibly go without care or treatment due to low family incomes and/or lack of health insurance.
To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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