Medical Assistant/MA - Orthopedic Surgery Specialists - Full-Time, Days

AECOM; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving orthopedic surgery clinic in Denton as a Medical Assistant. This full-time role offers a vibrant team environment, along with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Responsibilities include patient care, documentation, and collaboration with healthcare providers. If you're passionate about quality patient care, this is the role for you.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical and Dental Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• Graduated from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program or equivalent experience.
• ACLS or BCLS certification upon hire preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care and perform general patient care by following established standards.
• Obtain and record vital signs and document patient care plans.
• Communicate effectively with patients and prepare exam rooms.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Patient Care

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Medical Management Application

Job description

**Medical Assistant/MA –** **Orthopedic Surgery Specialists** **Clinic – Full-Time, Days** **_Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together_** ****Sign-On for Eligible New Hires**** **Work location:** 2900 1-35 North, Suite 200, Denton, TX 76201 **Work hours:** Full-time, 40 hours weekly, Monday thru Thursday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, Fridays, 8:00am – 2:00pm **Orthopedic Surgery Specialists Clinic Highlights:**

+ Team Oriented

+ Great Benefits

+ Bonus Opportunities

**Here’s What You Need**

+ **High School Diploma or equivalent (required)**

+ **Graduation from an Accredited Medical Assistant Program within 30 days of hire (required)** **_OR_**

+ **5 Years Medical Assistant experience in a physician’s office** **_IN LIEU OF_** **Medical Assistant Program (required)**

+ 1 Year Medical Assistant experience (preferred)

+ ACLS or BCLS Upon Hire (preferred)

+ NCT - Non-Certified Radiologic Technician training may be required upon hire (preferred)

+ Have the ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections as needed by assigned clinic

+ Be able to effectively communicate with both staff and patients

+ Have thorough knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations

+ Demonstrate sound judgement and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations

+ Maintain a positive, caring attitude toward patients

+ Good computer skills using medical management application

+ Possess a strong work ethic and always display a high level of professionalism

**What You Will Do**

+ Delivers care to patients utilizing the Medical Assistant Process

+ Performs general patient care by following established standards and procedures.

+ Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider.

+ Obtains and records vital signs including, but not limited to: blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.

+ May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis, administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration, and perform routine tests such as EKG’s.

+ Schedules patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.

+ Documents patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.

+ Communicates with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.

+ Prepares, cleans and sterilizes instruments and maintains equipment, disposing of contaminated items according to protocol. Keeps patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly.

+ Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).

+ Ensures safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.

+ Provides for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.

+ May work in the front office as needed, as well as perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, more senior staff, or as requested by healthcare provider(s).

**Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee**

+ Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

+ Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.

+ Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

+ A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Learn (https://jobs.texashealth.org/why-texas-health/) more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards. **Entity Highlights:** Texas Health Physicians Group includes more than 1,000 physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants dedicated to providing quality, patient-safe care at more than 240 offices located throughout the DFW Metroplex. THPG members are active in group governance and serve on multiple committees and councils. Ongoing Texas Health initiatives, like the Diversity Action Council and Living the Promise, have helped to create an inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture and workplace, making THPG a great place to work. **If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!** **_Do you still have questions or concerns?_** Feel free to email your questions to [e-mail] . \#LI-CT1

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