CMA / LVN, Hendrick Clinic ENT
- Abilene, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for providing information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinical services. May be assigned to specific medical specialty department.
- Minimum Education
- High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED), medical assistant diploma from an accredited vocational institution, or a community college course in medical assisting. If not yet a CMA you will receive all hours required for the CMA exam. Hendrick Clinic will cover the fee for the first exam.
- Minimum Work Experience
- Minimum one year of recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office. Electrocardiogram (EKG), vital signs, venipuncture, capillary, and injection current experience.
- Required Licenses/Certifications
- Certified Medical Assistant within 26 months of hire
- Must possess a current CPR certification
- Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures
- Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to particular medical practice
- Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families
- Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately
- Skill intact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions
- Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families
- Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures
- Ability to project a pleasant and professional image
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks
- Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others