Sr Clinic Assistant - CMA

Employees in this classification are in the senior position of this career track and 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.

May supervise other Medical Assistants, clerical staff and student positions. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions, and may be stressful when working under emergency conditions.

• Performs patient intake, including accurate documentation of patient height, weight, and vital signs.
• Conducts point-of-care testing (POCs), pulmonary function tests (PFTs), and electrocardiograms (EKGs) as ordered by providers.
• Maintains quality metrics by accurately and efficiently entering data into the electronic medical record (EMR) to support ACO, TIPPS, or other departmental grant or waiver programs.
• Administers medications and injections within the CMA scope of practice and in accordance with TTUHSC policies.
• Provides patient education as directed by the provider and in alignment with clinic standards.
• Completes all required documentation and enters charges daily to support timely billing.
• Communicates with patients via telephone and/or EMR messaging according to clinic protocols.
• Monitors and clears clinical pools and faxes routinely throughout the day to ensure timely follow-up and coordination of care.
• Assists and/or chaperones physicians during patient exams and procedures as needed.
• Prepares and operates necessary medical equipment and instruments for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Complies with all institutional policies and procedures.

• 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.
• Minimum of two years of directly related experience.

• Prior experience working at TTUHSC.

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – 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, entertainment and more.

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app
4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.