What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr?
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.
- Work in a patient-centered care clinic environment with an interdisciplinary team.
- Patient care activities include clinic rooming patients, obtaining vital information and health assessment, assisting patients/families with completing medical history and any related concerns.
- Assist providers with medication reconciliation, orders, refills, and prior authorizations; ordering of laboratory testing, and provider referrals.
- Administer medications per the physician's orders.
- Strong communication skills and ability to use an electronic health record.
- Schedule patient appointments, prepare necessary paperwork before the patient visits, and check in/out patients.
- Ability to properly perform a vital assessment and effectively use electronic systems, therapeutic devices, and office equipment—strong oral and written communication skills.