Certified Medical Assistant/ Patient Representative

Methodist Health System

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matched retirement plan

Employee wellness program

Career growth opportunities

Award-winning workplace

Job summary

Methodist Health System in Dallas is seeking a Medical Assistant Patient Representative to support patient interactions and uphold the system's vision and mission. The role involves assisting physicians, taking patient histories and vitals, and performing nursing duties within licensure guidelines.

The ideal candidate has accredited Medical Assistant training, national certification, and BLS, plus strong communication and Office software skills. Occasional travel to satellite offices is required.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification is required.
Valid Basic Life Support Certification is required.
2+ years of professional medical assisting experience preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Communicate clearly and openly with patients and team members.
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
Be accountable for your performance and patient care.
Improve the patient experience through proactive service.
Support physicians and nursing staff in clinical tasks as permitted.
Take patient history and vital signs.
Perform general nursing duties within licensure and clinic policy.
Maintain infection control standards and sterilize instruments.

Education

Medical Assistant program

National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hours of Work :

8am to 5pm

Days Of Week :

Monday through Friday

Work Shift :

8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description :

Your Job:

The Medical Assistant Patient Representative professional is responsible for all aspects of being the representative for the Patient. Supports and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic plans of Methodist Health System.

Your Job Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants.
National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification.
Valid Basic Life Support Certification
2 or more years of professional medical assisting in a practice setting preferred.
Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office products
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all departments and employees in a team-oriented environment

Your Job Responsibilities:

Communicate clearly and openly
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
Be accountable for your performance
Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
Take initiative for your professional growth
Be engaged and eager to build a winning team
Maintains strict patient confidentiality, and will use complete discretion when discussing patient information.
May perform intramuscular, intradermal or subcutaneous injections. With complete documentation.
Assists physicians in providing nursing care to patients in accordance with clinic policies and procedures.
Takes patient history and vitals.
Performs general nursing duties as appropriate within the licensure and state guidelines. Conforms to OSHA Regulations and Precautions
Demonstrates an extensive working knowledge and practice of infection control procedures. Cleans and disinfects all instruments and maintain QA reports for the autoclave.
Assist in Rx refills via Fax, E-Rx or phone calls and updating in the patient medication module
Responsible for unpacking and maintaining medical supplies and vaccines and keeping supply closet organized.
On a monthly bases check for expired medication. Keeping appropriate documentation and disposal.
Prepare FMLA forms and various documents that come in for physician review and signature. IE: Home health, prescription pre certs

* Requires travel to satellite office in Grand Prairie and Midlothian

Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 92 MMG ambulatory clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace: