Compassionate Medical Assistant: Phlebotomy & Clinic Support

Driscoll-Children; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Driscoll-Children is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams. The role includes measuring vital signs, performing phlebotomy, and handling routine lab tasks, while maintaining patient comfort and confidentiality in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will assist with administrative duties such as scheduling, insurance forms, and chart preparation, while ensuring infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Medical assistant training accredited by BPPVE or CAAHEP.
• BLS certification: current or within six months of hire.
• Pursue CMA or RMA certification within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents vital signs and physical measurements in an age appropriate manner.
• Performs phlebotomy procedures and waived testing.
• Handles clerical duties: answering phones, scheduling, insurance forms, chart preparation.
• Assists with patient preparation for examinations and procedures.
• Maintains infection control guidelines and safe equipment usage.
• Collaborates with licensed nursing staff and physicians as required.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Clerical tasks

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assistant training

BLS certification

CMA/RMA within 2 years

Tools

EMR systems

MS Office

Medical office equipment

Job description

Driscoll-Children is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams. The role includes measuring vital signs, performing phlebotomy, and handling routine lab tasks, while maintaining patient comfort and confidentiality in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will assist with administrative duties such as scheduling, insurance forms, and chart preparation, while ensuring infection control and safety standards.