Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Baylor St Lukes Medical Group, Sugar Land, Texas

The posted compensation range of $15.56 - $21.40 / hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients. Accurately performs preliminary physical tests such as : measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.

Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.

Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.

Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.

May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

Administer ordered medications and / or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and / or inhalant administration.

May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKGs.

Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.

Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.

Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.

Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.

Escalate non-routine issues, questions and / or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).

Ensure safety checklists / quality controls are completed as required.

Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.

Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).

Qualifications

Education and Licensure

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Current / valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.

Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current / valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable

Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required

Minimum Experience

1 year of experience preferred

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections.

Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.

Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.

Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.

Demonstrate 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.

Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit.

CommonSpirit Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

CommonSpirit Health will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check / drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and / or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health participates in E-Verify.