Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, while demonstrating a strong commitment to medical administrative support and teamwork. This role is perfect for medical professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality patient services in a fast-paced medical environment.
Responsibilities:
- Assist physicians and other healthcare professionals with medical procedures and patient care.
- Prepare patients for exams and treatments, including taking vital signs and documenting patient information.
- Administer medications and injections as prescribed by physicians.
- Perform medical administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining patient records.
- Provide patient education and support on medical procedures and treatments.
- Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment.
- Assist with patient transportation and coordination of medical services.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
- Perform basic life support and other emergency procedures as necessary.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement effective patient care plans.
- Provide patient service and support to ensure a positive patient experience.
Skills:
- Strong knowledge of medical-surgical procedures and internal medicine practices.
- Proficiency in medical administrative support, including medical records and scheduling.
- Ability to administer medications and injections in accordance with hospital policies.
- Basic life support certification.
- In-depth knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
- Experience working in a hospital or outpatient setting.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and medical systems.
- Excellent patient service and communication skills.
- Certification as a Medical Assistant or willingness to pursue certification.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks accordingly.
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, PRN Pay:
From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Paid time off Application Question(s): A provider sees a patient who reports abdominal pain. Where in the EMR would the provider document information about the nature of symptoms? A. Chief complaint B. Review of systems C. Prior medical history D. Social history E. Assessment/plan A nurse is administering an intramuscular injection to an adult patient. She selects an 18-gauge needle for the injection and correctly positions the patient's arm to inject into the deltoid muscle. She inserts the needle at a 90-degree angle to the skin and injects the medication slowly. To improve the technique, the nurse should have __ __ __ . A. aspirated to check for blood B. selected a different injection site C. injected the medication rapidly D. inserted the needle at a different angle E. selected a smaller gauge needle A patient arrives at the exam room and appears upset. They say they're frustrated about the long wait time and request to speak with someone about their concerns. What would you do? A. Apologize and offer to escalate their concerns to the appropriate staff member for resolution B. Reassure them that they'll be seen as soon as possible C. Ignore the patient's complaint and continue with your tasks D. Offer the patient a discount on their visit as a gesture of goodwill E. Explain that the doctors are busy and all patients have to wait for them
Experience:
Urgent Care:
1 year (Preferred) EMR systems: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Preferred) Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Richmond, TX 77407 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Richmond, TX 77407: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person