MEDICAL ASSISTANT- DURANT FP

Universal Health Services; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their compassionate care team. This role involves assisting physicians in patient examinations, recording vital signs, and managing electronic medical records. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with the ability to work courteously with patients. If you are passionate about providing quality healthcare and are looking for an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you. Join a team that values respect, diversity, and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and current BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience as a Medical Assistant or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient examinations and treatment under physician direction.
• Record patient data and prepare treatment rooms for examinations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certificate

Current BLS/CPR certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record systems

Office equipment (fax, copier, telephone)

EKG machine

Job description

Responsibilities

ABOUT Texomacare

Our experienced team of physicians is dedicated to caring for all members of the family at every stage of life. TexomaCare is comprised of primary care physicians and a variety of specialists in nine local communities. Working with TexomaCare means you will work with a care team of physicians, advanced practitioners and staff providing compassionate and quality care. TexomaCare is proud to be affiliated with Texoma Medical Center (TMC), the Texoma region’s leader in hospital services. Texoma Medical Center is a 414-bed acute care facility located in Denison, Texas, approximately one hour north of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex and just south of the Texas/Oklahoma border. More than 3,500 employees, 400 multi-specialty physicians, and over 100 volunteers have helped to support the hospital in delivering quality, patient-focused care to the Texoma region for over 50 years.

The Medical Assistant (TEXOMACARE DURANT OKLAHOMA) position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, which include:

• Assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture, and procedures as directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State.
• Recording documentation in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines.
• Preparing treatment rooms for the examination of patients.
• Assisting in covering the front desk as required.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Assistant certificate preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.

Work experience:

• Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Familiarity with medical terminology required.
• Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol).

Knowledge:

• General medical office procedures.
• Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol).

Skills:

• Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Abilities:

• Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions.

Equipment Operated:

• Office equipment such as fax machine, copier and telephone system.
• EKG machine, other patient care testing.

Work environment:

• Works in a well-lighted, OSHA Standard environment.
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment as necessary.

Mental/Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
• Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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