Certified Medical Assistant
St. Joseph Health
- Location
- Onsite (Brenham, Texas)
- Compensation
- $16 - $22/hr
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 1 week ago
About the role
CommonSpirit Health is a leading Catholic healthcare system committed to compassionate care and community health. The Certified Medical Assistant role involves providing direct patient care, assisting with clinical procedures, and coordinating care within a collaborative team environment.
Skills
Patient Care
Patient Screening
Clinical Procedures
Health Education
Vital Signs Measurement
Blood Collection
Specimen Preparation
Medication Administration
Vaccine Administration
Electrocardiography
Care Coordination
Patient Communication
Clinical Documentation
Teamwork
Adaptability
Technology Fluency
Full job details
Where You’ll Work
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will be a vital pillar of our care team, significantly impacting patient well-being through direct support and seamless coordination.Every day, you will actively collaborate on comprehensive screenings, assist with clinical procedures, provide essential health education, and expertly manage administrative tasks, leveraging technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. You will ensure patients feel at ease, patiently explaining instructions and addressing their concerns.To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical knowledge, technological fluency, genuine compassion for patient well-being, and an adaptable spirit keen on continuous learning and collaborative teamwork.- Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
- Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
- Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
- May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
- May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.
Job Requirements
Required- High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
- High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, upon hire or
- Certified Medical Assistant AAMA, upon hire or
- Certified Medical Assistant NHA, upon hire or
- National Certified Medical Assistant NCCT, upon hire or
- National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant NAHP, upon hire or
- Registered Medical Assistant AMT, upon hire or
- Registered Medical Assistant, upon hire or
- Cert Med Asst - MMCI, upon hire and
- Basic Life Support - CPR, within 30 Days
- 1 year of experience