Certified Medical Assistant

Introduction

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For, TTUHSC enriches the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in Texas, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health‑related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond.

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case‑by‑case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change‑of‑status or change‑of‑employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In the clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from a physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In the office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from the department administrator. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions, and may be stressful when working under emergency conditions.

• Assists licensed health care providers in data collection to determine the physical and mental health status needs and preferences of culturally, ethnically and socially diverse patients and their families.
• Well versed in medical terminology.
• Records patient data using EMR to support decision‑making to improve patient care.
• Performs testing, obtains vital patient information and measurements.
• Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in identification of problems and formulation of goals/outcomes and patient‑centered plans of care in collaboration with patients, their families and the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Assists with exams and procedures and documents interventions in EMR per departmental policy.
• Administers medications to patients.
• Prepares necessary equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments and procedures as directed.
• Cleans, sterilizes and disinfects medical equipment and instruments as directed by Nurse Manager.
• Answers and retrieves patient calls on messaging line. Handles patient requests according to clinic policy.
• Maintains inventory of supplies in examination/treatment rooms.
• Participates in emergency preparedness drills in department.
• Attends nursing staff meetings.
• Attends all nursing power hours and mandatory training to maintain competency.
• Performs other duties as deemed necessary and assigned by immediate supervisor.
• Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with procedures in clinic and hospital setting.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty. Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty in which the particular work will be performed.

• Experience working as a CMA in a medical practice.
• Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA.

• Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full‑time team members.
• Paid Time Off – including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more.
• Retirement Plans.
• Wellness Programs.
• Certified Mother‑Friendly Workplace.

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state‑of‑the‑art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology,…