Medical Assistant

A Hiring Company; Colleyville (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Colleyville is looking for a Medical Assistant to support providers in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include providing nursing care, taking patient vitals, and performing administrative duties. The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience, is bilingual in English and Spanish, and is committed to patient advocacy. The position involves a 40-hour work week, Monday to Friday, with evening and weekend rotations, and a pay range of $18 to $22 per hour.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control and confidentiality.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under the supervision of physicians.
• Take patient vitals and document in electronic medical records.
• Perform radiologic procedures as signed off.

Skills

Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols

Computer literacy

Minimum of 1 year experience as a medical assistant

Primary care experience

Active Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist license

Skills in appropriate assessment techniques

Ability to maintain professionalism

Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred)

Education

Certification in medical assisting

Job description

MaxHealth MSO is a Texas-based Management Services Organization formed through the merger of Elis Medical Corporation and Elevate Health Management. We provide operational and administrative support to a growing network of practices across Austin, Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and surrounding communities.

We support:

• MaxHealth Family, Internal & Sports Medicine
• Elevate Brain Injury & Mental Health

Together, our practices deliver comprehensive care including Primary Care, Urgent Care, Direct Primary Care, Personal Injury, Mental Health, Brain Health, and Longevity Medicine.

Our mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate, and innovative healthcare while fostering a collaborative, respectful, and service-driven workplace culture.

At MaxHealth MSO, we believe communication, integrity, empathy, and teamwork drive both patient outcomes and employee success.

Visit our company websites:

MaxHealth Family, Internal & Sports Medicine

Elevate Brain Injury & Mental Health | Compassionate Care

MaxHealth DPC

Job Summary

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team at MaxHealth MSO! This role will support our providers and perform medical assistant day-to-day duties while contributing to a positive, efficient work environment. As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing nursing care to clinic patients under the direct supervision of physicians and managers, and you will train with our existing Medical Assistants in various administrative, support, and clinical duties.

Responsibilities

• Understands and performs office procedures after reasonable training; only performs clinical procedures (i.e., injections) when signed off to perform.
• Assesses patient's general condition and takes vital signs, weight, medications, and dosage review.
• Performs radiologic procedures in accordance with LMRT/CRT licensing standards, ensuring accurate imaging, patient safety, and proper documentation.
• Documents all activities/interventions, patient/family responses, medication dispensed/prescribed, phone calls, etc., in the electronic medical record.
• Ensures follow-through on all patient needs that come through the clinical office and communicates with COS on any patient issues.
• Adheres to infection control/safety guidelines and confidentiality policies.
• Uses a computer for patient charting, test ordering, secure patient communications, and appointment scheduling as needed.
• Pays attention to detail and keeps work/office/common area(s) clean, orderly, and organized.
• Cleans exam and procedure rooms between patients at the end of day, following established cleaning protocols and in accordance with OSHA guidelines for safety.
• Assists in re-stocking supplies in exam and procedure rooms and helps monitor supply levels using inventory tracking and other systems.
• Packages and sterilizes surgical equipment, participates in the maintenance and general upkeep of auto-clave sterilizers, endoscopes, procedure equipment, and other materials as necessary, following established protocols.
• Collects and processes urine and blood samples for testing.
• Able to maintain composure during times of confusion.
• Maintains a pleasant and courteous manner.
• Willing to assist with training new personnel.
• Willing to be cross-trained to another position when necessary.
• Ensures departmental HIPAA compliance; communicates with the COS and/or Privacy Officer when necessary.
• Communicates with COS regarding back-office equipment issues that arise, causing delays in data entry and/or work efficiency.
• Remains engaged and shares ideas to improve patient care, work efficiency, and job satisfaction.
• Follows Company Handbook and adheres to the Dress Code.
• Other duties assigned by COS.

Requirements

• Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.
• Must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of medical practice management systems and electronic medical records; basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working as a medical assistant in a physician office.
• Primary care/PCP experience required.
• Active Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT) or Non‑Certified Technician (NCT) license is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety and patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of medical chart reporting/records.
• Strong work ethic and desire to excel at what you do.
• Self‑motivated with a positive attitude.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and focus in a busy environment.
• Personable, compassionate and a patient advocate.
• Skills in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques.
• Skills in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods.
• Skills in health information management by appropriately charting patient data.
• Maintains up to date certification, if applicable.
• Ability to relate and deal with providers and coworkers in a positive and professional manner.
• Ability to operate office equipment, including fax, copier, scanner.
• Ability to solve problems in a timely and effective manner.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions with little supervision.
• Ability to be flexible regarding schedule and duties.

Environmental / Working Conditions

• Regularly deals with multiple patient cases and potentially stressful situations.
• Risk of exposure to communicable disease, i.e., viruses, lab specimens, and airborne pathogens.
• Regularly stoops and bends to store/move supplies.
• Must use a computer to access and enter patient information.
• Regularly receives high volume of telephone calls.
• Varied activities include sitting, walking, stooping, lifting, bending, and reaching; must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally.
• Must be able to use a variety of office equipment including a phone, writing instruments, PC, fax and medical equipment such as stethoscope, uro‑flow machine, centrifuge, scales, blood pressure cuff.
• Vision insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule

• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Evening and weekend rotation

Language

• Bilingual English and Spanish (preferred)

Work Location

In person

This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve. Requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Pay Range

18 – 22 USD per hour (Colleyville)