Certified Medical Assistant
United Medical Centers·Eagle Pass, Texas
United Medical Centers·Eagle Pass, Texas
Assists charge nurses and providers in delivering age-appropriate patient care and health education. Ensures clinic compliance with state, federal, and performance improvement standards.
Description Under the supervision and direction of the assigned charge nurse and in coordination with providers/mid-level providers, assists in providing care in the area(s) assigned in accordance with established philosophy, policies and procedures.
Responsible for demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including demonstrating knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
Must be able to identify and categorize each patient’s age specific grouping of needs, such as those for infant, adolescent or geriatric patients.
Assists in the provisions of health education and disease prevention services in the community as needed or required.
Responsible for compliance with the other requirements affecting the clinic such as State/Federal regulations, TJC, PCMH, and compliance/Performance Improvement standards. (United Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer)
EDUCATION: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from an accredited vocational training program for medical assistants. Certification or registration as Medical Assistant required. EXPERIENCE/TRAINING: Must have current CPR certification. Prior experience in various nursing areas preferred. Prior experience in patient education primarily in diabetes, hypertension, cardiac, pediatrics, immunizations and other health related education programs preferred
Market context
Certified Medical Assistant roles in Texas are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician offices, and specialty practices that need dependable patient flow support. Competition is often strongest for candidates who already hold an accredited MA certification, CPR certification, and hands-on experience with phlebotomy or similar clinical tasks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to match the exact certification and experience mix listed in the original posting.
