Temp to Perm : temp only

Length of Assignment : 3 months with possible extension

Work Location : Dallas Texas 75243

Work Schedule : 8am - 5pm Mon-Fri

Parking Included : Yes

Interview Type : Virtual

Certification / Degree Requirements : CMA, BLS

Top Skills : phlebotomy exp, normal rooming exp, epic exp preferred, bilingual a plus (spanish)

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of a physician, assists in the delivery of health care for patients. Performs a wide variety of patient care activities including, but not limited to, maintenance of clinical record / documentation, administering medications, giving injections, taking vital signs, scheduling, mentoring and training of staff.

Identifies issues and participates in process improvement initiatives. Facilitates or leads huddles and various team meetings.

May manage process workflow and / or staff schedules.

makes reminder calls as required Complete paperwork as needed including scanning, stamping and filing as requested or required Ensure all charts and forms for the office visit are ready for the provider.

Schedule patient appointments and follow-up tests as requested or required.

Arrange instruments and assist providers in exam and / or procedure room with tasks such as lumbar punctures, ultrasounds, biopsies, endoscopic procedures, dressing change, and other procedures

Assist the patient in case management Assist with cardiac monitoring, set up and operate EKG equipment, place or change electrodes Assist with inventory levels to ensure availability of necessary supplies, equipment and instruments;

reorder as necessary and store appropriately

Collect all medical data in order to facilitate the physicians ability to draw conclusions about the patients needs Complete finger sticks, phlebotomy or provide appropriate instructions for specimen collection as required

Collect vital signs, including pulse oximetry BP, pulse, respirations, head circumference, weight, height screening and hearing tests as appropriate

Obtain lab results from computer program if necessary

Obtain need for medication refills and record patient data in charts Perform foley catheter insertion, IV establishment (INT only) and dressings requiring sterile technique Prepare patients for examinations and tests Scrub speculums and tools Properly sterilize in an autoclave machine Set up for suture placement or removal

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Able to strictly maintain confidentiality Confronts problems directly by dealing with patients and co-workers face-to-face Continuously learns about topics related to the position Deals calmly and politely with patients and co-workers under stress Handles potentially critical situations with speed and sensitivity Honest and respectful physician or other appropriate caregiver immediately of any error Manages multiple tasks and changes rapidly from one task to another Utilizes sound judgment to recognize level of urgency and responds appropriately Customer-focused values Works efficiently during down times to keep work flowing

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM

License and Certifications : - Basic Life Support (BLS)- Life Support Certification 30 days after expiration if required- Certified Medical Assistant

Experience Equivalencies : - 2 years experience as CMA preferred- H.S. Diploma / GED Equivalent

Last updated : 2024-09-10