Clinical Assistant - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OBGYN

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Feb 27, 2025
Clinical Assistant - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OBGYN Lubbock 40317BR Position Description Employees in this classification provide patient care management to an assigned clinic in the areas of clerical and clinical duties. In clinical setting, the employee receives direct supervision from physician or nursing supervisor in either oral or written form. In office setting, the employee receives direct supervision from department administrator. Work is performed under usual office and clinic conditions. May be stressful when working under emergency conditions. Major/Essential Functions 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. Records patient data using EMR to support decision-making to improve patient care. Performs testing and obtains vital patient information and measurements. Reports data, identifies and reports alterations in patient responses to assist in the 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 the Nurse Manager. Answers and retrieves patients' calls on messaging lines. Handles patient requests according to clinic policy. Maintains inventory of supplies in examination/treatment rooms. Participates in emergency preparedness drills in the department. Attends nursing staff meetings. Attends all nursing power hours and mandatory training to maintain competency. Performs other duties as deemed necessary as assigned by immediate supervisor. Responsible for assisting physicians and nurses with procedures in clinic and hospital settings. All other duties as assigned by your supervisor. Required Qualifications Education: A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. License/Certification: Graduation from an approved certified program for assistants in the area of required specialty. Certification by an approved accredited certifying agency in the specialty that particular work will be performed. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=885696 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-90b6599d92f8504ba889f24c48f1752f