CMA Jobs in Harlingen, TX

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing both clinical and administrative assistance to healthcare professionals. They perform a wide range of tasks including recording patient history, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, administering medications, and ensuring the cleanliness of examination rooms. In addition, they handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing. For this reason, they are indispensable in ensuring the smooth running of healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics.

To become a CMA, one must have graduated from an accredited medical assisting program, passed the CMA Certification Examination, and maintain their certification with continuing education. Important skills for a CMA include strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, technical skills, and a good understanding of medical terminology. Prior to becoming a CMA, an individual might have roles such as a medical secretary, a nursing assistant, or a phlebotomist; these positions provide valuable experience in both the administrative and clinical aspects of healthcare.

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Care Manager I (Cma)/ Iris Screener -Floater

  • Harlingen, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 1 day ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Assists with care management of Su Clinica patients by making phone calls, auditing charts, promoting health education, and assisting with DME. Promotes Su Clinica...

Care Manager I (Cma) / Iris Screener

  • Harlingen, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 30+ days ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Provide health promotion and disease prevention education to patients of the Clinic. Serves as a health advocate and provides basic information regarding clinic...

Certified Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

  • Raymondville, TX (21 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Raymondville, TX (21 miles from Harlingen, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: This position is vital in the health care delivery system. This is traditionally the patient's first clinical point of contact so patient relationship, management...

Certified Medication Aide

  • Harlingen, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Harlingen, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Windsor Atrium - Harlingen, TX Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Health Care Description Primary Responsibilities The Certified...

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Salary for CMA Jobs in Harlingen, TX

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Highest Education Level

CMAs in Harlingen, TX offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
23.4%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
16.9%
Master's Degree
4.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CMAs in Harlingen, TX
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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