Certified Medical Assistant in Forney, Texas at Texas Health Resources

Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures. 10% Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider. 10% Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem. 10% Administers ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topical, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration. 10% May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis as well as perform routine tests such as EKG's. 10% Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing. 10% Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider. 10% Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician. 5% Prepares, cleans and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol. Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly. 5% Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s). 5% Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required. 5% Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights. 5% May work in the front office as needed, as well as perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s). 5%

Education
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent Req

Experience
1 Year Medical Assistant experience Pref and Successful completion of THPG Clinical Training (CT) educational program with demonstrated competency in required skills-within 90 days of job entry Req

Licenses and Certifications
MA - Medical Assistant Upon Hire Req And ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Pref Or BCLSE - Exception Quarterly 90 Days Req And Other NCT - Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training may be required Upon Hire Pref

Skills
Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood, and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic. . Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients. . Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures. . Thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations. . Demonstrated sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations. . Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients. . Good computer skills using a medical management application. . Possesses a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

Supervision
Individual Contributor

ADA Requirements
Working Indoors 67% or more

OSHA
Tasks involving exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Physical Demands
Medium Work

Primary Location: Forney
Job: Certified Medical Assistant
Organization: Texas Health Physicians Group 9250 Amberton Parkway TX 75243
Shift: Day Job
Employee Status: Regular
Job Type: Standard
Schedule: Full-time