Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinical Support Pro

Jobtome; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

401(k) contribution

Job summary

WellMed, part of the Optum family, seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under a provider’s supervision. The role includes preparing rooms, handling specimens, recording data, and assisting with procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Medical Assistant certification, and BLS. The job offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Current Medical Assistant certification or ability to obtain within 180 days.
• Current BLS certification for healthcare providers at time of hire or within 30 days.
• Basic computer literacy with intermediate Excel skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to react calmly in emergencies.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties within the scope of a Medical Assistant's practice.
• Operates diagnostic equipment and collects specimens.
• Performs quality control checks on equipment.
• Prepares and sterilizes medical equipment.
• Rooms patients and prepares for examination.
• Documents patient care accurately.
• Coordinates patient care as directed.
• Maintains confidentiality and respectful care.
• Organizes exam/treatment rooms and cleans equipment.
• Follows infection control precautions.
• Screening and data collection during intake.
• Follows Standard Delegation of Orders.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Emergency readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

BLS certification

Tools

Excel

Job description

WellMed, part of the Optum family, seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under a provider’s supervision. The role includes preparing rooms, handling specimens, recording data, and assisting with procedures in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Medical Assistant certification, and BLS. The job offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates and a comprehensive benefits package.