Compassionate Medical Assistant - Patient Care Specialist

CMPI Coastal Medical Physicians, Inc., d/b/a Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the care team in delivering high-quality patient care with exceptional service. The role involves collecting histories, vital signs, preparing charts, and assisting with procedures while ensuring HIPAA and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include performing EKGs and screening tests, administering vaccines, educating patients, coordinating referrals, and maintaining inventory and documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Medical Assistant certification or completion of a formal training program; or 3 years of MA experience.

Responsibilities

• Support direct patient care activities, including obtaining histories and vital signs.
• Prepare charts, manage documentation, and track lab results.
• Perform clinical procedures such as EKGs, rapid strep tests, urine dip tests, spirometry, nebulizer treatments.
• Administer vaccines and injections per protocol.
• Educate patients on conditions, treatments and preventive care.
• Schedule and monitor referrals and pre-authorizations.
• Maintain inventory and vaccine storage temperatures; adhere to safety and HIPAA regulations.
• Deliver exceptional patient service and participate in meetings and training.

Job description

Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and the care team in delivering high-quality patient care with exceptional service. The role involves collecting histories, vital signs, preparing charts, and assisting with procedures while ensuring HIPAA and safety compliance.

Responsibilities include performing EKGs and screening tests, administering vaccines, educating patients, coordinating referrals, and maintaining inventory and documentation.