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Certified Medical Assistant

Baylor Scott & White Health • Killeen, TX • 4h ago

Location: Killeen, TX - Baylor Scott & White Family Medicine Clinic - 3801 Scott & White Blvd.

Specialty: Family Medicine

Shift: Full-time, Day Shift, Three 12-hour shifts during the week: 6:45am-6:30pm and alternating weekends -

Sat. 8am-4pm, Sun. 8am-12pm

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

We never settle by constantly striving for better.

We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

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.

Job Summary

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you support healthcare professionals and patients. You work closely with doctors to provide care. Responsibilities include updating records, administering medication, giving injections, and recording vital signs. You maintain detailed documentation with precision. Providing patient-focused service, you perform each task proficiently and diligently.

Essential Functions of the Role

Assist with patient examinations and treatment under physician guidance.

Prepare and clean treatment rooms before and after procedures, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, and ensuring supplies are well-stocked.

Guide patients from the waiting room and help them get ready for their examination.

Interview patients and update medical records. Collect detailed medical information to help the physician understand patient needs. Ensure paperwork is ready before the visit.

Record patient's vital signs - pulse, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height. Prepare patients for exams, tests, procedures, and x-rays.

Perform regular patient tests including electrocardiograms and collecting blood and urine samples for processing.

Administer routine medications and vaccinations as directed. Monitor for adverse reactions and report to the physician.

Change both sterile and non-sterile dressings as needed, and remove sutures and staples when requested.

Key Success Factors

You should possess a medical assistant certification from a program accredited by a reputable professional healthcare association.

A clear understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards needs to be demonstrated.

Know the five patient rights: Identify the correct patient, administer the correct medication, ensure the right dosage, use the right administration method, and adhere to the right schedule.

It's crucial to accurately document patient information abiding by organizational policies and regulatory standards, including privacy laws.

The ability to closely observe a patient's general physical condition, reporting any noticeable abnormalities to the healthcare provider.

You need to be adept at administering injections and drawing blood.

An understanding of medical terminology is necessary.

The ability to foster trust and rapport with patients is critical. You should appear friendly, reassuring, and approachable.

The willingness and ability to follow instructions from doctors are essential.

Familiarity with medical charts and records will aid in performing your duties.

A keen eye for details is required.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma or GED Equivalent

EXPERIENCE - Less than (1) one year of experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty 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.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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