Medical Assistant

Community Health Center of Lubbock, Inc.; Idalou (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CHCL is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our clinic team in Texas. You will assist providers, perform data entry, coordinate check-outs, and help with scheduling and follow-ups to support patient-centered care. This role requires a High School Diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant course, with CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a sign-on bonus for new CMA hires, including $1,250.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant course.
• Certificate in medical assistance or CPR/BLS preferred.
• English language required; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• 1–2 years in a clinic or health-care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care and education.
• Perform data entry for chronic conditions, preventive services, and med reconciliation.
• Coordinate patient check-out and follow-up; schedule appointments.
• Obtain blood samples and maintain exam rooms.
• Answer phone calls and support front desk tasks.

Skills

Team participation

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Listening skills

Time management

Teach others

Service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant course completion

Certificate in medical assistance

Job description

New CMA hires are eligible for a $1,250 sign-on bonus.The Medical Assistant works as part of the clinic provider team and assists the provider in the provision of primary health care and provides invaluable support to the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Team. The Medical Assistant provides limited direct patient services and performs specifically designated independent procedures. Duties include:Assisting with provider support activities related to patient care and patient educationPerforming data entry, such as documenting chronic medical conditions, preventive services, and medication reconciliationCoordinating patient check-out and follow-upScheduling appointmentsObtaining blood samplesCleaning exam roomsAnswering phone calls*Please indicate on your application if you are interested in working in pediatrics, adult, or both.Education: High School Diploma or GED and completion of Medical Assistant courseLicensure: Certificate in medical assistance. Current in Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (CPR)Experience: Prefer 1-2 years’ experience in a clinic, doctor’s office or similar health care facility.Language: English; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferredTravel: Occasionally; valid Texas driver’s license and current auto insurance required; must have reliable and safe transportationKNOWLEDGE/SKILLSKnowledgeKnowledge of medical terminologyKnowledge of legal documentationSkillsAble to exercise good judgment and be neat and cleanExcellent team participation and organizational skillsExcellent customer serviceGood communications skills: speaking and writingGood listening skillsAbility to learn and apply what has learnedService Orientation: Actively looking for ways to help people.Time Management: Managing one's own time and the time of others.Able to teach others (staff and patients)BENEFITSOur full-time staff enjoy a competitive compensation package, which includes the following benefits:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth Savings AccountCompany Paid Life Insurance403(b) Retirement Plan403(b) Retirement Plan ContributionCompany Paid Short and Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) InsurancePaid Time Off BankHoliday PayExtended Medical LeaveBereavement LeaveEmployee Assistance Program and Emotional Health Support LineWorkers’ Compensation InsuranceProfessional Liability InsuranceLegal InsuranceGym Membership DiscountUniform VoucherDifferential PayIncentive PayCHCL's mission is to provide quality primary and preventative health care services to those in need. If you are aligned with CHCL's mission and love working in a fast-paced clinic setting, please apply today.CHCL is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.