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Certified Medical Assistant TCP Medical Group Clinic
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Summary

Location

Houston

Type

full-time

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About this role

We are searching for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) TCP Medical Group clinic- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide clinical support for patients in the hospital’s various ambulatory settings promoting cost effective, age appropriate, safe, and high-quality family centered care.

 

"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. "

 

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Qualifications

  • High school 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 following  Medical Assistant certifications required:

 

  • CCMA - Cert-Cert Clinical MA - CCMA National Health Career Association (NHA)
  • CMA-AAM - Cert-Cert Medical Assistant American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • CMA-C - Clinical Medical Assistant Certification American Medical Certification Association (AMCA)
  • EMT - Emergency Medical Tech Texas Department of State Health Services
  • EMT-A - Advanced EMT Texas Department of State Health Services
  • EMT-B - Emergency Medical Tech-Basic Texas Department of State Health Services
  • EMT-I - Emergency Medical Tech-Intern Texas Department of State Health Services
  • EMT-P - Emergency Medical Tech-Paramedic Texas Department of State Health Services
  • LIC PAR - Licensed-Paramedic Texas Department of State Health Services
  • NCMA - National Cert Med Assistant National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
  • NRCMA - National Registered CMA National Association of Health Professionals (NAHP)
  • RMA - Registered Medical Assistant American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants
  • BLS - American Heart Association required

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per practice protocol
  • Collect and document vital signs, BMI, height/weight, and reason for visit with complete accuracy
  • Document current medications, allergies, and other information in the electronic health record
  • Prepare patients for examination and assist provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations, and testing as directed by the provider
  • Document all interventions per practice protocol
  • Call in and/or send electronic prescription refills as directed
  • Assist provider during office emergency patient care
  • Keep rooms stocked with supplies and notify managers when supplies are low
  • Participate as a member of the care team, working with each member of the team to meet the goals of the patient, and participate in daily huddles and monthly staff meetings
  • Coordinate patient care by following up on lab results, ER visits, et cetera
  • Identify patients eligible for Vaccines for Children program and follow procedures for accurate documentation and management
  • Assess patient’s eligibility for referral by verifying coverage with payer prior to initiate referral
  • Manage the outstanding orders report and lab error work queue to assure results are received
  • Provide superb customer service.

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
Clinical Support,Patient Care,Vital Signs Collection,Electronic Health Record Documentation,Emergency Care Assistance,Customer Service,Team Collaboration,Patient Coordination,Prescription Management,Data Collection,Supply Management,Referral Verification,Vaccination Documentation,Health Protocols,Communication Skills,Problem Solving

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 assist in collecting patient data, document vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations. They will also coordinate patient care and manage prescription refills as directed by the provider.

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As a Certified Medical Assistant TCP Medical Group Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital, you will: the Certified Medical Assistant will assist in collecting patient data, document vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations. They will also coordinate patient care and manage prescription refills as directed by the provider..

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