Medical Assistant - Primary Care Shirlington

VHC Health; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their primary care team. In this vital role, you will ensure that the clinical environment is clean, stocked, and ready for patient care, while performing essential tasks such as phlebotomy, taking vital signs, and assisting with patient flow. Your contributions will support physicians and enhance patient experiences. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; medical assisting program preferred.
• One year of medical terminology experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clinical environment is prepared for patient care.
• Perform phlebotomy and assist with patient flow.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medical Terminology

Clinical Pharmacology

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assisting Degree/Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Record Systems

Job description

Position Title

Medical Assistant - Primary Care Shirlington

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

The Medical Assistant ensures the clinical environment is cleaned, stocked, and ready for patient care. Performs phlebotomy, prepares specimens for transport to labs, performs simple laboratory procedures, takes vital signs, prepares patients for procedures, and assists with patient flow. Provides general clinical support to physicians and other staff, answers phones, makes appointments, collects co-pays and payment, assists with billing, and adds information to the electronic medical record.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent is required. Graduation from a medical assisting degree/program is preferred. Six months of healthcare experience is required.

Experience:

One year of healthcare/medical - primary care/office experience is preferred. One year of medical terminology experience is required. Knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard is required. Experience in clinical pharmacology is required.

Certification/Licensure:

Medical Assistant Certification or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is preferred. BLS certification is required.