Certified Medical Assistant II
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Plano
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
This role will be working with our GI APP in Plano. (GI office)
Required: Some PCP/Oncology/GI exp, 2 years overall healthcare work
experience. proficient in medical terminology. Proficient in EMR (
Epic preferred). While will be based in Plano, willing to travel
(as needed) to Northpark area, Garland, or Frisco --- to provide
coverage. Additionally, willing to provide coverage at BAEC --- l
need to be able position adult patients, push
wheelchairs/stretchers, can tolerate body fluids to support
providers during procedures/sterile processing workflows.
Phlebotomy skills --- must be able to draw blood. Nice to Have:
Bilingual (any language), 2 years GI experience, Epic experience
JOB SUMMARY The Certified Medical Assistant 2, 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/documentation, administering medications, giving injections
and taking vital signs. This position may assists in scheduling,
mentoring and training staff. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
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, restocks supplies. Assists with inventory levels to
ensure availability of necessary supplies, equipment and
instruments, and records as necessary. 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 in order to facilitate
the physician's ability to draw conclusions about the patient's
needs. Ensure all charts and forms for the office visit are ready
for the provider. Measures, collects and records patient's vital
signs (i.e., 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 change
sterile and non-sterile dressings, as requested. Performs
administrative related duties such as answering telephones, taking
and relaying messages and scheduling patient appointments.
Facilitates or leads huddles and various team meetings. May manage
process workflow and/or staff schedules, and assists in mentoring
and training staff. Identifies issues and participates in process
improvement initiatives. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Medical assistant
certification from a program accredited by 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 HIPPA regulations.
Ability to make observations of the general physical condition of
the patient and notifies 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 Our competitive benefits package includes the
following - 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 Note: Benefits may vary
based upon position type and/or level QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION -
H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent - EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience -
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS
or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer. Cert Medical Assistant
(CMA): Must be CMA from one listed Nat Cert Med Asst (NCMA) from
NCCT Cert Med Asst (CMA) from AAMA or ARMA Cert Cln Med Asst (CCMA)
from NHA Reg Med Asst (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAH Nat Reg Cert Med
Asst (NRCMA) from NAHP Cln Med Asst Cert (CMAC) from AMCA.
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