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Certified Medical Assistant
full-time•Houston

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Houston

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About this role

We are searching for a Certified Medical Assistant at our Texas Children's Pediatrics Humble-Kingwood clinic -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will assess and provide direct care to patients in the patient care area in a manner developmentally appropriate for the ages of patients served (0 to 18 years) and adults as necessary.

 

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information  
  • Collects and documents vital signs, BMI, height/weight, and reason for a visit with 100% accuracy
  • Updates documentation to include if the patient has received care at any other location since the last visit, current medications, allergies, and other information per practice protocol  
  • Prepares patient for examination and assists provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations, and testing as directed  
  • Completes and documents treatments and interventions as directed by provider and within the scope of practice
  • Documents and administers medication and immunizations as directed by the physician
  • Supports patients/families in self-management of their health through assisting with patient education
  • Ability to use a thermometer, scales, sphygmomanometer/stethoscope, butterfly needles, hearing/vision screening equipment, pulse oximetry, tympanometry, basic laboratory equipment, i.e., microscope, centrifuge, hematology analyzer, and specimen collection
  • Fundamental knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment  
  • As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

 

Skills & Requirements

  • H.S. Diploma or GED
  • Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program or documentation from the licensing authority confirming that medical assistant/emergency medical technician education is not a requirement for certification
  • One of the national certification/registrations:

CCMA: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant – National Health Career Association (NHA)

CMA-AAMA: Certified Medical Assistant – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)

CMA-C: Clinical Medical Assistant Certification – American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)

NCMA: National Certified Medical Assistant – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

NRCMA: National Registered Certified Medical Assistant – National Association of Health Professionals (NAHP)

RMA-AAH: Registered Medical Assistant – American Allied Health

RMA-AAMP: Registered Medical Assistant – American Association of Medical Personnel

RMA-AMT: Registered Medical Assistant – American Medical Technologist

RMA-ARMA: Registered Medical Assistant – American Registry of Medical Assistants

EMT: Emergency Medical Technician – Texas Department of State Health Services

EMT-A: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician – Texas Department of State Health Services

EMT-B: Emergency Medical Technician-Basic – Texas Department of State Health Services

EMT-I: Emergency Medical Technician-Intermediate – Texas Department of State Health Services

EMT-P: Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic – Texas Department of State Health Services

LIC PAR: Licensed Paramedic – Texas Department of State Health Services

  • BLS -Cert-Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
  • 1-year related experience preferred 

Texas Children’s Pediatrics is the nation’s largest primary pediatric care network with more than 200 physicians dedicated to the health care needs of infants to teenagers in over 50 locations throughout the greater Houston area. As part of our goal to build a community of healthy children, Texas Children's Pediatrics Community Cares Program provides trusted, high-quality pediatric medical services for children who otherwise would seek care from emergency centers or possibly go without care or treatment due to low family incomes and/or lack of health insurance.

To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.

Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Other facts

Tech stack
Patient Care,Vital Signs,Documentation,Medication Administration,Patient Education,Pediatric Assessment,Communication,Teamwork,Time Management,Attention to Detail,Cultural Competence,Self-Management,Basic Life Support,Laboratory Equipment,Emergency Medical Technician,Health Care

About Texas Children's Hospital

Texas Children’s Hospital is a world-class pediatric facility, nationally recognized as a top children’s hospital, and voted one of the best places to work in Houston for nine years running. We’re committed to creating a healthy community for children by providing the best pediatric care possible, through groundbreaking research and emphasis on education. We also offer a full continuum of family-centered care for women, from obstetrics to well-woman care. As a team member at Texas Children’s Hospital, you’ll work in an environment that values your voice. Texas Children's Hospital, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is recognized as one of America's best children's hospitals.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1954

What you'll do

  • The Certified Medical Assistant will assess and provide direct care to patients, including collecting vital signs and preparing patients for examinations. They will also assist providers during treatments and document patient information accurately.

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