Clinical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Belton, TX is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support patient care management under supervision in a clinical and office setting at the Bell County Jail. This role involves clerical and clinical duties, scheduling, and adherence to safety protocols.

The position offers hourly pay up to $25.00, provides experience with health technology systems and infection control, and requires a high school diploma plus completion of an approved assistant program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from an approved, certified program for assistants in the required specialty; certification by an approved certifying agency.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and documents as ordered; adheres to facility policy and procedure for medication administration.
• Measure and record vital signs as ordered; report abnormal vital signs immediately.
• Assist Providers and nurses with examinations and minor procedures.
• Create clinic schedules and provide patient data for reporting; manage clinic flow.
• Prepare examination rooms, clean equipment, and stock clinical supplies.
• Document patient care activities accurately; follow clinical standards and documentation guidelines.
• Support infection control and safety practices; use proper PPE and hand hygiene.
• Willingly accept and complete additional tasks as directed.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an approved, certified program for assistants in the required specialty

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Belton, TX is seeking a Clinical Assistant to support patient care management under supervision in a clinical and office setting at the Bell County Jail. This role involves clerical and clinical duties, scheduling, and adherence to safety protocols.

The position offers hourly pay up to $25.00, provides experience with health technology systems and infection control, and requires a high school diploma plus completion of an approved assistant program