Baylor Scott & White Health
Certified Medical Assistant
Baylor Scott & White Health, Killeen, Texas, United States, 76542
Location:
Killeen, TX
- Baylor Scott & White Hemingway Specialty Clinic, 2405 S. Clear Creek Rd. Killeen, TX 76549
Specialty:
OBGYN
Shift:
Full-time, Day Shift
Job Summary The Certified Medical Assistant 1, under the direction of a physician, assists in the delivery of health care for patients. This position performs a wide variety of patient care activities including, but not limited to, maintenance of clinical record and documentation, administering medications, giving injections, and taking vital signs.
Essential Functions
Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients, cleans rooms after procedures, cleans and disinfects equipment, and restocks supplies.
Assists and accompanies patients from waiting room and prepares patients for examination.
Interviews patients and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Collects all medical data to facilitate the physician's ability to draw conclusions about the patient's needs. Ensures all charts and forms for the office visit are ready for the provider.
Measures, collects and records patient's vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height) and prepares patients for examinations and tests, procedures and x-rays.
Performs routine patient testing, acquires and processes electrocardiograms, and collects and processes blood specimens and urine samples.
Prepares and administers routine oral, rectal medications, injections and vaccinations excluding controlled substances, as directed by Physician. Identifies and reports adverse reactions.
Removes sutures and staples and changes sterile and non-sterile dressings, as requested.
Key Success Factors
Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologists.
Knowledge of principles of safe and accurate medical administration.
Knowledge of the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulations and procedures. Familiarity with HIPAA regulations.
Ability to observe general physical condition of the patient and notify the nurse/healthcare provider of abnormalities.
Ability to give injections and draw blood.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent bedside manner and ability to make patients feel at ease. Appears friendly, reassuring and approachable to patients.
Ability to take instruction from a doctor.
Familiarity with medical charts and records.
High attention to detail.
Benefits
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
Qualifications
Education:
H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
Experience:
Less than 1 Year of Experience
Certification/License/Registration:
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA): Must be CMA from one listed:
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from NCCT
Certified Medical Assistant from AAMA or ARMA
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAH
National Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from NAHP
Certified Clean Medical Assistant (CMAC) from AMCA
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Killeen, TX
- Baylor Scott & White Hemingway Specialty Clinic, 2405 S. Clear Creek Rd. Killeen, TX 76549
Specialty:
OBGYN
Shift:
Full-time, Day Shift
Job Summary The Certified Medical Assistant 1, under the direction of a physician, assists in the delivery of health care for patients. This position performs a wide variety of patient care activities including, but not limited to, maintenance of clinical record and documentation, administering medications, giving injections, and taking vital signs.
Essential Functions
Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients, cleans rooms after procedures, cleans and disinfects equipment, and restocks supplies.
Assists and accompanies patients from waiting room and prepares patients for examination.
Interviews patients and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Collects all medical data to facilitate the physician's ability to draw conclusions about the patient's needs. Ensures all charts and forms for the office visit are ready for the provider.
Measures, collects and records patient's vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height) and prepares patients for examinations and tests, procedures and x-rays.
Performs routine patient testing, acquires and processes electrocardiograms, and collects and processes blood specimens and urine samples.
Prepares and administers routine oral, rectal medications, injections and vaccinations excluding controlled substances, as directed by Physician. Identifies and reports adverse reactions.
Removes sutures and staples and changes sterile and non-sterile dressings, as requested.
Key Success Factors
Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologists.
Knowledge of principles of safe and accurate medical administration.
Knowledge of the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulations and procedures. Familiarity with HIPAA regulations.
Ability to observe general physical condition of the patient and notify the nurse/healthcare provider of abnormalities.
Ability to give injections and draw blood.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent bedside manner and ability to make patients feel at ease. Appears friendly, reassuring and approachable to patients.
Ability to take instruction from a doctor.
Familiarity with medical charts and records.
High attention to detail.
Benefits
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
Qualifications
Education:
H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
Experience:
Less than 1 Year of Experience
Certification/License/Registration:
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA): Must be CMA from one listed:
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from NCCT
Certified Medical Assistant from AAMA or ARMA
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAH
National Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from NAHP
Certified Clean Medical Assistant (CMAC) from AMCA
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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