Medical Assistant — Direct Patient Care & Support

Business Center 3; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care and perform clerical duties in a busy clinical setting. The role requires accurate data collection, vital signs, and support for CLIA waived labs, with emphasis on compassionate patient service.

You will administer medications and immunizations per policy, document nursing charges, schedule appointments, relay referrals, and assist with clerical tasks to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or certification required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• National certification as a registered Medical Assistant preferred.
• One year of clinic/ambulatory care experience preferred.
• Cashier training/initial probation period completion required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as needed.
• Collect, interpret, and document patient information accurately.
• Perform CLIA-waived labs such as urine tests and beta HCG.
• Take vital signs and collect specimens.
• Administer medications and immunizations per policy.
• Provide clerical support: scheduling, referrals, and billing.
• Remind patients by phone and support age-specific care needs.
• Adapt care for diverse patient needs and uphold service standards.

Skills

Patient care

Clerical duties

Vital signs

CLIA labs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma or certificate

BLS certification

Job description

University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care and perform clerical duties in a busy clinical setting. The role requires accurate data collection, vital signs, and support for CLIA waived labs, with emphasis on compassionate patient service.

You will administer medications and immunizations per policy, document nursing charges, schedule appointments, relay referrals, and assist with clerical tasks to keep the clinic running smoothly.