Medical Assistant — Career Growth & Benefits

Universal Health Services; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

Northwest Physicians Group, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a Medical Assistant in Amarillo, Texas. You will assist physicians, interview patients, measure vitals, perform venipuncture, and help prepare examrooms under physician guidance.

You will document in the Electronic Medical Record and cover front desk duties as needed. The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant certificate or eligible for certification within six months, plus a High School diploma and Current BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certificate required or must obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Familiarity with medical terminology required.
• Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol).
• General medical office procedures.
• Proficiency in basic computer programs (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care duties under physician supervision.
• Interview patients and record vital signs (pulse, temperature, BP, weight, height).
• Perform venipuncture and procedures as directed by the physician.
• Prepare treatment rooms for examination and assist in covering the front desk.
• Document in the Electronic Medical Record per IPM guidelines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate

Current BLS certification

Job description

Northwest Physicians Group, part of Universal Health Services, is seeking a Medical Assistant in Amarillo, Texas. You will assist physicians, interview patients, measure vitals, perform venipuncture, and help prepare examrooms under physician guidance.

You will document in the Electronic Medical Record and cover front desk duties as needed. The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant certificate or eligible for certification within six months, plus a High School diploma and Current BLS.