We are searching for a full-time Certified Medical Assistant at the TCP Westwood Clinic-- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will gather information, assess, and provide direct care to patients. "As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards." Think you've got what it takes? Qualifications * High school diploma or GED * Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program * American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) course for health care providers * A fundamental knowledge of pediatric assessment and treatment * Knowledge of related OSHA and CLIA/COLA guidelines and requirements, general office tasks, confidentiality and filing system * One of the following certifications: * Certified Medical Assistant (CMA-AAM) from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) * Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) issued by one of the following organizations: American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants * National Medical Assistant Certification (NCMA) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) * Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from National Health Career Association (NHA) * Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from national Association of Health Professionals (NAHP). * EMT (EMT) issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services * EMT-Basic (EMT-B) issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services * EMT-Intermediate (EMT-I) certification issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services Preferred * One (1) years of related experience * Bilingual * Pediatric experience - ear checks, well-child checks, immunizations, injections Responsibilities * Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per practice protocol * Collects and documents vital signs, BMI, height/weight and reason for visit with 100% accuracy * Updates documentation to include if patient has received care at any other location since last visit * Prepares patient for examination per practice protocol * Assists provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations and testing as directed by provider and within scope of practice * Completes treatments as directed by provider and within scope of practice * Administers medication and immunizations as directed by physician per practice protocol * Identify patients eligible for Vaccines for Children Program and follow procedures for accurate documentation and management for this state funded program * Documents administration of medication and immunizations in the medical record per practice protocol * Reports all medication and immunization errors to supervisor immediately after becoming aware of the error * Supports patients/families in self- management of their health through assisting with education * Assesses patient's eligibility for referral by verifying coverage with payer prior to initiating referral * Documents eligibility in electronic health record per practice protocol * Collects specimens and performs laboratory test * Maintains certification by fulfilling continuing education (CE) requirements as directed by certification agency * Maintains documentation of required hours over required recertification cycle * All CE relates to areas outlined in essential job duties or related to primary care