Medical Assistant & Patient Care Advocate

METHODIST MANSFIELD MEDICAL CENTER; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Arlington, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support our Family Practice. You will assist physicians by taking histories, recording vitals, and supporting visits with routine clinical tasks.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited MA program, 2+ years preferred, National/Registered MA certification or within 90 days of hire, valid CPR, and ability to lift/load; prior clinic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Prior MA experience in a practice setting preferred.
• Certification from National/Registered Medical Assistant or within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality and discuss information with discretion.
• Support physicians with patient care under supervision.
• Screen calls during triage under physician supervision.
• Perform intramuscular, intradermal or subcutaneous injections with documentation.
• Assist with nursing care and follow clinic policies.
• Record patient history and vitals.
• Monitor and dispose of expired medications monthly.
• Unpack and organize medical supplies and vaccines.
• Assist with Rx refills via Fax, E-Rx or phone updates.
• Demonstrate infection control practices and maintain QA for autoclave.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical documentation

Infection control

Triage support

CPR

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center in Arlington, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support our Family Practice. You will assist physicians by taking histories, recording vitals, and supporting visits with routine clinical tasks.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited MA program, 2+ years preferred, National/Registered MA certification or within 90 days of hire, valid CPR, and ability to lift/load; prior clinic experience is a plus.