Medical Assistant II

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M Health Science Center is seeking a Medical Assistant II in College Station, TX. Under supervision, you will perform basic medical office tasks, measure vitals, collect histories, and assist providers during exams and minor procedures.

Responsibilities include instrument cleaning, sterilization, trial of phlebotomy, and supporting electronic medical records. Strong multitasking and confidentiality are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical assistant certification preferred.
• Phlebotomy certification preferred or 2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care activities daily.
• Measures vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, respiration) and records data.
• Prepares patients for tests, exams and procedures; educates patients.
• Assists and chaperones providers during exams or procedures.
• Documents testing and lab results in the EMR; liaises between patients and providers.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of exam rooms and nursing stations.
• Updates health information in electronic medical records and supports inventory.

Skills

Multitask

Communication

Interpersonal

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

Medical assistant certification

Phlebotomy certification

Job description

Medical Assistant II# The Texas A&M University System Job Search## Medical Assistant IIApply: College Station, TX: Full time: Posted Today: R-098078**Job Title**Medical Assistant II**Agency**Texas A&M University Health Science Center**Department**Office of Clinical Affairs**Proposed Minimum Salary**Commensurate**Job Location**College Station, Texas**Job Type**Staff**Job Description**Our CommitmentTexas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service. Who we areAs one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery. What we wantThe Medical Assistant II, under general supervision, assists patients at Texas A&M Concierge Medicine. Conducts basic office-based medical tasks, including the measurement of vital signs, and patient medical histories and medications. Assisting providers during examinations and minor procedures. Serves as a medical instrument technician, conducting instrumentation cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. **Responsibilities:** **Patient Care Activities*** Provides patient care activities on a daily basis.* Transfers patients from reception to patient care areas.* Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse respiration, and obtains height and weight.* Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information in the electronic medical records.* Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and provides basic patient education.* Performs basic procedures including phlebotomy, injections, vision screening, nebulizer treatments, throat swabs, and fitting ortho slings.* Assists and/or chaperones providers during exams or procedures.* Documents testing and lab results in medical records.* Serves as a liaison between patients and providers.**Infection Control and Cleanliness*** Ensures cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms, exam tables, countertops, and doorknobs to prevent the spread of infection.* Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes medical instruments, including endoscopes.* Stocks patient care rooms and nursing station.* Assists in the organization and upkeep of assigned areas to ensure a clean and safe working environment.**Electronic Medical Records Management*** Updates health information in electronic medical records.* Assists providers in the maintenance of electronic medical records.* Documents patient care activities in the electronic health record.**Inventory and Office Maintenance*** Assists with inventory and office equipment maintenance.* Maintains drug and vaccine logs.* Assists with the organization and upkeep of central nurses’ station.**Miscellaneous Duties*** Completes continuing education as required by the certifying board**.****Qualifications:****Required Education and Experience*** High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.* Three years of related experience**Preferred Qualifications:*** Medical assistant certification* Phlebotomy certification preferred or 2 years of experience**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.* Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.* Oral and written communication skills.* Interpersonal and organizational skills.* Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.**Why Texas A&M University?** We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. * Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas* Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time* Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more* Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee* Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees **Instructions to Applicants:** Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.