Medical Assistant I: Outpatient Care & Vital Signs

UTMB Health; Texas; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient-centered support in an outpatient clinic in Texas. You will perform clinical tasks under supervision, support patient flow, and ensure accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, applying aseptic technique, assisting with examinations, preparing patients for procedures, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) eligibility/credential.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient flow within outpatient clinic.
• Measures vital signs and documents chief complaint and visit reason.
• Collects specimens and assists with basic tests (urinalysis, specimens).
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Maintains infection control and safe, clean environment.
• Documents interventions and measurements accurately in patient records.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified/Registered Medical Assistant

CPR Certification

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide patient-centered support in an outpatient clinic in Texas. You will perform clinical tasks under supervision, support patient flow, and ensure accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, applying aseptic technique, assisting with examinations, preparing patients for procedures, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.