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Baylor Scott White Health
Certified Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$38,045 / year median in Texas
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary•Certified Medical Assistant Float 2460 N I-35E Waxahachie 75165•Family/Internal Medicine Schedule is: Full time, weekdays. M-F, 7a-4p 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. Position will float to locations in Waxahachie, Midlothian, Cedar Hill, and Red Oak 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. Pediatric experience A clear understanding of medical administration safety procedures and standards needs to be demonstrated.