Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Pulmonary Clinic
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About the job
The Medical Assistant serves as the initial contact for patients and physicians. This position assists with escorting patients, preparing patients for exams and procedures and aids as needed. Handles front office duties and implements, organizes and maintains patients’ charts. Performs various tasks including phlebotomy, vital signs, EKG and order entry in addition to cleaning exam rooms, equipment and storage areas. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned. Utilizes a defined skill set consistent with the basic educational program, certification, and relevant work experience to deliver direct care to the patient in the outpatient clinical setting
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Required: High school diploma or GED
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
EXPERIENCE:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year of health care related experience.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience. Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
CERTIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.
Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!
At Northeast Baptist Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
From Tenet Healthcare's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Tenet Healthcare
Tenet Healthcare is a for-profit, publicly traded health care company in Dallas with nearly 100,000 (source: Tenet Healthcare, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC)) employees. It runs 50 (source: Tenet Healthcare, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC)) acute care and specialty hospitals in eight states and, through USPI, more than 500 (source: Tenet Healthcare, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC)) ambulatory surgery centers and 26 (source: Tenet Healthcare, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC)) surgical hospitals in 37 (source: Tenet Healthcare, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC)) states. Source: Tenet Healthcare, Form 10-K for 2025 (SEC)
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