Certified Medical Assistant / CMA Gastroenterology
UT Health East Texas
- Location
- Onsite (Athens, Texas)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
UT Health East Texas is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join its Gastroenterology team in Athens, TX. The role involves providing superior patient care through clinical and administrative tasks within a clinic-based environment, supporting physicians and advanced practice providers.
Skills
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
Perks
- Career growth
- Wellness resources
- Financial well-being
Full job details
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Gastroenterology Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in Athens, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.
Learn About a Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant:
Responsibilities
The Medical Assistant Certified (CMA) provides superior patient care and performs both clinical and administrative tasks that support patients in a clinic-based environment as part of a care team led by the physician and/or advanced practice provider.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited medical assistant/medical technologist school/program.
- Current national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
- Basic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Microsoft Office knowledge.
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Associate’s degree.
- Prior experience in a clinic or hospital setting supporting patient care.