Certified Medical Assistant Urgent Care

Ascension Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Urgent Care team in Georgetown, TX. You will prepare patients, collect histories and vital signs, and assist clinicians while keeping exam rooms ready and supplies stocked.

The role supports efficient patient flow and requires BLS within 30 days and CMA/MA certifications within 6 months. Travel to various clinic locations is expected, with a December start for new clinics.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or Red Cross accepted).
• MA credentialed from NAHAM, AMCA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT or NHA within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for evaluations and collect histories and vitals.
• Support providers during procedures and document accurately.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment and supplies for readiness.
• Help maintain efficient patient flow across the clinic.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Georgetown, TX

• Facility: Ascension Seton - Rivery Georgetown

• Department: Urgent Care

• Schedule: PRN | One shift per week l Monday - Saturday 8 AM - 8 PM | Sunday 9AM - 5 PM

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care by preparing patients for evaluations, collecting accurate histories and vital signs, keeping patients informed throughout their visit, and maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and infection prevention.

• Support providers during procedures, perform clinical tasks within scope of practice, ensure accurate documentation and specimen handling, and keep exam rooms, equipment, and supplies fully prepared.

• Support efficient patient flow across the clinic by anticipating and removing workflow bottlenecks to maintain optimal daily operations.

• Adapt responsibilities seamlessly during changing patient volumes and actively assist teammates across both clinical and non-clinical tasks wherever needed.

• Adapt responsibilities seamlessly during changing patient volumes and actively assist teammates across both clinical and non-clinical tasks wherever needed.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• One or more of the following required:

• Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Association for Health Professionals obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date OR job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

• Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date OR job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

• Medical Assistant credentialed from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date OR job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

• Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date OR job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

• Medical Assistant credentialed from the National Healthcareer Association obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date OR job transfer date. American Medical Certification (AMCA) also accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Preferences:

• Travel Required: Various clinic locations between Georgetown, Round Rock, and Westlake

• Certified with at least one year of CMA experience

• New Urgent Care Clinics opening in 2027 - December start date

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 19.65

Max Salary 26.34