JOB TITLE: CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: CLINICAL – PHYSICIAN
ADMINISTRATIVE – PRACTICE MANAGER
JOB SUMMARY: WORKS UNDER THE GENERAL DIRECTION OF THE PHYSICIAN OR NURSING PERSONNEL. REPORTS DIRECTLY TO THE OFFICE MANAGER. IS ABLE TO PROVIDE HEALTH CARE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES AS INSTRUCTED BY THE PHYSICIAN; PERFORMS ROUTINE CLINICAL PROCEDURES AS DIRECTED BY THE PHYSICIAN; PARTICIPATES IN PATIENT EDUCATION; ENTERS APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION INTO PATIENTS’ CHARTS; PERFORMS ALL OTHER DUTIES ASSIGNED WITHIN THE SCOPE OF THEIR LICENSURES.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (THIS LIST MAY NOT INCLUDE ALL OF THE DUTIES ASSIGNED.)
1. Implements patient care under the guidance and direction of the physician, nurse and/or clinical supervisor.
2. May screen phone calls during triage under the supervision of a physician or nurse. Will function as a patient screener only and will not make medical decisions during the triage process. Any triage phone call or face-to-face triage situation requiring a medical decision will be immediately referred to the nurse or physician.
3. May perform intramuscular, intradermal, or subcutaneous injections if certified and approved by the physician. After administering injections, the action must be documented in the patient’s medical record and countersigned by the physician.
4. Assists physicians in providing nursing care to patients in accordance with clinic policies and procedures. Takes patient history, height, weight, temperature, and blood pressure.
5. Performs general nursing duties as appropriate within the licensure and state guidelines. Conforms to OSHA Regulations and Precautions.
6. Records and signs all information in the patient’s medical record. Transfers medical records as requested.
7. Demonstrates an extensive working knowledge and practice of infection control procedures. Cleans and disinfects all instruments, exam rooms, and nurse’s station. Assures presence of necessary instruments.
8. As instructed and directed by the physician, notifies patients of test results.
9. Arranges for procedures and tests ordered by the physician.
10. Maintains strict patient confidentiality, uses complete discretion when discussing patient information.
11. Willingly participates in continuing education and other appropriate activities to maintain professional competence.
12. Maintains and follows all office policies and procedures.
13. Performs additional tasks, special projects and/or duties as negotiated.
14. Maintains strictest confidentiality.
15. Adheres to PPM policies and procedures.
16. Must be able to work with other staff members to foster a team approach to the highest quality of patient care and staff cooperation
17. Must be able to support the clinic efficiency and cohesion.
18. Prepares new and establish patient records for office visit by filing current reports, obtaining requested reports from outside facilities and generalized filing duties
19. Obtaining precertification on scheduled medication refills and/or test for patients.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
The responsibilities and duties listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.
Skill in applying and interpreting principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide patient care. Perception necessary to observe pertinent detail when reading thermometers, blood pressure devices, other equipment, gauges and observe patient’s condition. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Strong positive interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate both verbally and written. High degree of initiative and organizational skills.
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing. Extensive standing and walking; frequent exposure to potentially infectious agents, communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a physician’s office; requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Endocrinology
- Internal Medicine
Schedule:
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Office
- Private practice
Experience:
- eClinicalWorks: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fort Worth, TX 76104 (Required)
Job-related location requirement:
- Candidates must be within a 25-mile radius.
Work Location: In person