Medical Assistant II

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant II to provide essential patient care and administrative support in a clinical setting. This role involves working closely with healthcare professionals to ensure smooth operations in one of several clinic locations. You'll engage with patients, assist in clinical procedures, and maintain accurate medical records while contributing to the health and well-being of adolescents. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs and blood draws.
• Assist with clinical procedures and maintain patient rooms.
• Schedule patient tests and perform clerical duties.

Skills

Patient Care

Venipuncture

Electronic Medical Records

Medication Administration

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Training Program

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

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Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summary

Baylor Teen Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant II to assist with patient care and administrative responsibilities in a clinical setting.The Medical Assistant II will work in one of eight clinic locations.

Each clinic is typically staffed with a Patient Support Services Coordinator, A Medical Assistant a Nurse (RN or LVN) and a Nurse Practitioner. In a typical day, each clinic is expected to see between 18-24 patients, depending on visit type.

The Baylor Teen Health Clinic currently provides pregnancy testing, family planning, sexually transmitted diseases (STD) and HIV/AIDS education and screening, primary healthcare, and case management services to teens, their partners, and adolescents in Harris County. The clinics provide services to teens from the age of 13-24.

Services We Provide:
• Comprehensive Exams (Male & Female)
• Gynecological services
• Birth control and family planning
• Sexually transmitted disease screening and treatment
• Primary healthcare
• Immunizations
• HIV/AIDS education and screening

Job Duties

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, venipuncture (blood draws), collect specimens, EKGs/ECGs, and POCTs.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient’s visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Performs venipuncture and prepares lab specimens for pick up.
• Assists APP/MD with clinical procedures.
• Entersinformation into other databases, such as HIV and STI results.
• Administer medication under direction / order of a supervising Physician.
• Instructs Patients on general care and medical procedures.
• Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conduct patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Take inventory of clinic supplies and order supplies as needed.
• Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.
• Coordinatesand participates in Sports Physical and Immunization "Events" that may occur in one of our clinics or at a local College or High School campus.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT,NHA, NAHP, or AMCA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering vaccines.
• Experience working with adolescents.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.