Certified Medical Assistant / CMA Gastroenterology

UT Health Athens Hospital
paid time off
United States, Texas, Athens
2000 South Palestine Street (Show on map)
Nov 18, 2025
Overview Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Gastroenterology Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in Athens, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. Get to Know Your Team: UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City. Learn About a Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant: Responsibilities Job Summary The Medical Assistant Certified (CMA) provides superior patient care and performs both clinical and administrative tasks that support patients in a clinic-based environment as part of a care team led by the physician and/or advanced practice provider. Essential Functions 1. Enters, maintains, and reports all medical history, medical coding, and files claims using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR). 2. Support patient visits by performing chart prep and scrub, greeting patients, escorting patients to exam room to take vital signs, and relaying other applicable medical information to effectively support the reason for the visit and treatment. Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalent. Graduate from an accredited medical assistant/medical technologist school/program. Current national certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Basic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and Microsoft Office knowledge. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree.