Medical Assistant

Urology Austin; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

401(k) with Employer Contributions and Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Group Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare & Dependent Care

Health Savings Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive Wages

Paid Holidays, No Weekends

Job summary

Urology Austin is seeking a Medical Assistant to enhance patient care in a collaborative, community-based setting. This role involves maintaining efficient patient flow, assisting with patient care, and performing tasks assigned by physicians and nurses. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, medical assistant certification, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification from an accredited medical assistant program required.
• Preferred experience as a medical or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam or treatment rooms.
• Record patient data including vital signs and allergies.
• Assist physicians with exams and procedures.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification from an accredited medical assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

At Urology Austin, our mission is committed to improving the lives of patients and their families through compassionate, quality, and ethical care.

In choosing a career with Urology Austin, you are opting to enhance patient and family well-being through a collaborative, team-driven approach in an innovative, community-based setting. Better Medicine. Better Care.

Job Summary:

This position, under direct supervision, aims to maintain efficient patient flow, assist with patient care, and perform tasks assigned by physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Escort patients to exam or treatment rooms as appropriate.
2. Record patient data before each visit, including vital signs, allergies, and medication list.
3. Obtain all necessary records as required by the physician.
4. Ensure appropriate consent has been obtained prior to treatment or procedures.
5. Prepare/stocks exam rooms, order supplies, and maintain/control sample medications.
6. Assist physicians/APPs with exams and procedures as requested.
7. Obtain blood specimens from peripheral sites following OSHA standards and universal precautions.
8. Perform lab procedures and process lab specimens as needed.
9. Follow disinfection protocols to keep exam rooms clean.
10. Practice Standard Precautions, including hand washing and proper disposal of biohazardous materials.
11. Assist with chart audits for future visits, ensuring all requested authorizations and medical records are received.
12. Obtain new patient records, previous test results, x-rays, scans, etc.
13. Maintain a clean work environment and restock supplies as needed.
14. Assist other staff or team members as requested by physicians, nurses, site managers, or executive management.
15. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification from an accredited medical assistant program required.
• Preferred experience as a medical or nursing assistant in a hospital or clinical setting.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Urology Austin offers a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Contributions and Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare & Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive Wages
• Paid Holidays, No Weekends