Medical Assistant: Patient Care, Lab & Admin Support

Driscoll-Children; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Driscoll-Children seeks a diligent Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams. You will assist healthcare providers, perform basic phlebotomy, vital signs, and clerical duties, while maintaining patient records and safety standards.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, accredited Medical Assistant training, and current BLS; CMA or RMA certification should be pursued within two years of hire, with strong patient-service orientation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical assistant training accredited by CAAHEP or Bureau of Private Post secondary etc.
• Current BLS certification or within six months of hire.
• National CMA or RMA certification pursued within two years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Take and document vital signs and measurements according to protocol.
• Perform venipuncture and point-of-care tests as allowed.
• Greet patients, schedule appointments, and handle clerical tasks.
• Process insurance forms and pre-authorizations.
• Assist physicians during exams and procedures; maintain patient records.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices in care delivery.
• Provide health teaching and counseling as directed by medical provider.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Clerical tasks

Infection control

Clinical laboratory

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assistant training (CAAHEP/Bureau accredited)

BLS certification

CMA/RMA certification within 2 years

Tools

Computer skills

Medical office software

Job description

Driscoll-Children seeks a diligent Medical Assistant to support ambulatory care teams. You will assist healthcare providers, perform basic phlebotomy, vital signs, and clerical duties, while maintaining patient records and safety standards.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, accredited Medical Assistant training, and current BLS; CMA or RMA certification should be pursued within two years of hire, with strong patient-service orientation.