Hand Clinic Medical Assistant - Patient-Focused Support

DHR Health; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both administrative and clinical tasks in the Hand Institute Clinic PB. The role involves scribing, wound care, post-operative visits, patient scheduling, and coordinating care with physicians.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant program completion, high school diploma, and BLS certification (or within 30 days of hire), with strong English communication and customer service skills. Bilingual abilities are valued.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D. required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program required.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire.
• Must be bilingual/sensitive to cultural issues.
• Strong written, organizational and verbal communication skills.
• English reading/writing/speaking required.
• Prior physician office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic administrative and clinical medical assisting duties.
• Obtain patient history and vital signs as needed.
• Schedule, coordinate and monitor appointments; manage referrals.
• Maintain clean, stocked rooms; prepare for procedures.
• Assist physicians with in-office procedures and wound care.
• Document and process patient records and test results.

Skills

Vital signs

Customer service

Communication

English fluency

Education

Medical Assistant Program

High School diploma

BLS certification

Tools

EMR system

Practice IS system

Job description

DHR Health in Edinburg, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support both administrative and clinical tasks in the Hand Institute Clinic PB. The role involves scribing, wound care, post-operative visits, patient scheduling, and coordinating care with physicians.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant program completion, high school diploma, and BLS certification (or within 30 days of hire), with strong English communication and customer service skills. Bilingual abilities are valued.