Medical Assistant (MA)

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Tenet Physician Resources is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct nursing care in a medical office setting under physician supervision. You will assist clinicians, take vital signs, document in patient records, and help manage the daily operations of the practice.

The role requires a Medical Assistant diploma or equivalent healthcare experience, CPR certification, and a commitment to patient comfort and safety. A sign-on bonus is offered for new hires.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school or 3 years of healthcare experience in lieu of diploma.
• CPR Certification required.
• Current Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct nursing care under physician supervision.
• Assists in assessment of patient needs and health plan; records vital signs and history.
• Completes documentation in the patient’s medical record per charting policy.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with treatments and procedures.
• Administers prescribed medications and performs venipuncture and basic lab testing.
• Maintains clean, safe patient environments and supports front desk with scheduling.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient interaction

Medical terminology

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant diploma (preferred)

Job description

$1000 Sign On Bonus!

A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources. Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan by taking vital signs, history, medication listing, assessing visual acuity and determining chief complaint. Assesses patients’ physical and mental status.
• Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with practice’s charting policy.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures
• Administers prescribed oral medications and gives intramuscular and subcutaneous and intradermal injections. Performs venipunctures, CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA Waived lab testing.
• Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. This includes cleaning, sterilizing, and storing instruments in accordance with practice policies. Stocks rooms in preparation for the daily work schedule. Takes inventory of medical and exam room supplies.
• Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
• Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the physicians. Notifies appropriate insurance personnel to pre-certify surgeries or tests ordered by the physician or other health care provider, which require pre-certification by the insurance company.
• Answering office phones, assisting front desk in scheduling appointments and directing calls appropriately. Assists in checking out patients and assists them with referral processing and scheduling process

Required: High school diploma/GED;

Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school OR three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare settingin lieu of a Medical Assistant diploma

Certification

Required: CPR Certification

Preferred: Medical Assistant

Experience

Required: Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school OR

three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare settingin lieu of a Medical Assistant diploma OR a Current Medical Assistant certification

Sign on bonus is for new hires only!

Be the heart of compassionate care as a Medical Assistant with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey.

At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status