Medical Assistant II

TAMU Press; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental, &视

Job summary

Texas A&M University Health Science Center is seeking a Medical Assistant II to support Concierge Medicine. The role involves patient prep, vitals, and assisting clinicians during exams and procedures.

Responsibilities include phlebotomy, injections, and instrument sterilization, while maintaining EMR accuracy and infection control. A high school diploma and 3 years of related experience are required; certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related medical support experience is preferred.
• Medical assistant certification is preferred; phlebotomy certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Measures vital signs and documents in the electronic medical record.
• Assists providers during examinations and minor procedures.
• Performs basic procedures such as phlebotomy and injections as directed.
• Maintains cleanliness and infection control in exam rooms.
• Updates and manages patient information and medical histories.

Skills

Multitask

Microsoft Office

Oral & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Three years related experience

Job description

Medical Assistant II# It's All Here - Working at Texas A&M## 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.