Medical Assistant

MyCare Medical Group; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

PTO Accrual

Job summary

MyCare Medical Group in Mission, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians under supervision and ensure smooth patient flow. You will perform vital signs, assist with examinations, document histories, manage lab results, and coordinate patient care while maintaining HIPAA standards and clinic policies.

Strong communication in English; bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred. Prior clinical experience or a MA certificate is required or equivalent training.

Qualifications

• MA certificate or 1 year of healthcare experience with direct patient contact.
• Basic medical terminology and safe vein puncture techniques.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Identify patients’ chief complaints and record observations.
• Assist with medical history intake and prep for exams.
• Record vital signs, height, weight, and vision.
• Perform tests and procedures such as EKGs and venipunctures.
• Support providers with treatments and minor procedures.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and HIPAA-compliant records.
• Transcribe orders and follow up with pharmacies.
• Triage patients and manage patient flow.

Skills

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Phlebotomy techniques

Bilingual communication

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate

1 year healthcare experience

Tools

EKG machine

Spirometer

Venipuncture equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant, under medical supervision, assists physicians in the delivery of healthcare services.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify patients’ chief complaints and record observations in patient’s permanent medical record. Communicate to physician abnormal lab results
• Assist patients in completing medical history forms and prepare patients for examinations & treatment by physician. Document all phone calls with patients. Return completed patient file to designated area
• Perform height, weight, vital sign, and vision tests, recording them in the medical record
• Conduct tests and procedures as directed, such as EKGs, non-stress tests, spirometer, venipunctures, skin punctures, strep screen, glucometer, and urine tests.
• Assist health service providers with treatments and examinations of patients such as injections, wound care, pelvic exams, minor surgery, and IUD insertions; assist in the identification of psychosocial needs and consult with the health service provider.
• Clean and sterilize equipment, stock patient rooms and labs with appropriate supplies. Maintain medical supply inventory.
• Transcribe doctors’ orders and prepare appropriate requisitions, forms, and calls to pharmacy. Daily follow up of pharmacy messages.
• Notify patient of any change ordered by the physician.
• Ensure Physician signs charts, labs, prescriptions, diagnostics daily.
• Maintain patient flow after check-in. Prioritize walk-in versus appointment based on conversation with patient.
• Perform triage on patient as soon as chart is ready.
• May assist more than one physician at a time.
• Comply with office policy and procedure, OSHA Standards and HIPAA Privacy Regulations as stated in HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual.

Job Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certificate issued by an accredited institution OR
• One (1) year of experience working in a health care setting that includes direct patient contact OR
• A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to one of the employment standards listed above and provides the required knowledge and abilities.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred but not required
• Basic medical terminology, basic arithmetic, safe vein puncture techniques, and safe work practices in a clinic setting

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Vision, Dental, and Life insurances
  • FSA and Life Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Health Advocacy, Travel Assistance, and My Secure Advantage
• PTO Accrual and Holidays

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