Medical Assistant PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

A large health care system in Austin, Texas is seeking a Medical Assistant PRN to assist in patient care activities such as administering medications, taking vital signs, and preparing treatment rooms. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a medical assistant certification. The position also involves documenting patient information and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone starting their career in health care with various benefits including health coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Medical assistant certification from an accredited program.
• Less than 1 year of experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients.
• Prepare treatment rooms and clean equipment.
• Collect medical data and record vital signs.
• Prepare and administer medications and perform routine testing.

Skills

Medical assistant certification

Knowledge of medical administration

Ability to document patient information

Excellent bedside manner

Ability to give injections and draw blood

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

Medical Assistant PRN – Baylor Scott & White Health

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Job Summary

The Medical Assistant 1, under the direction of a physician, assists in the delivery of health care for patients. This position performs a wide variety of patient care activities including, but not limited to, maintenance of clinical record and documentation, administering medications, giving injections, and taking vital signs.

Location: 3108 Ranch Road 620 S, Lakeway, 78738 Department: Internal Med Clinic Schedule: PRN (3 1/2 days per month on Wednesday 8a-12p or 12p-5p)

Essential Functions of the Role

• Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Cleans rooms after procedures, cleans and disinfects equipment, restocks supplies.
• Assists and accompanies patients from waiting room and prepares patients for examination.
• Interviews patients and records or inputs information to patients' medical record. Collects all medical data in order to facilitate the physician's ability to draw conclusions about the patient's needs. Ensures all charts and forms for the office visit are ready for the provider.
• Measures, collects and records patient's vital signs (pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height), and prepares patients for examinations and tests, procedures and x-rays.
• Performs routine patient testing, acquires and processes electrocardiograms, and collects and processes blood specimens and urine samples.
• Prepares and administers routine oral, rectal medications, injections and vaccinations excluding controlled substances, as directed by Physician. Identifies and reports adverse reactions.
• Removes sutures and staples and changes sterile and non-sterile dressings, as requested.

Key Success Factors

• Medical assistant certification from a program accredited by American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologists.
• Knowledge of principles of safe and accurate medical administration.
• Knowledge of the 5 rights: right patient, right medication, right dose, right route, right time.
• Ability to accurately document patient information in accordance with organizational policies, regulations and procedures. Familiarity with HIPAA regulations.
• Ability to make observations of the general physical condition of the patient and notify the nurse/healthcare provider of abnormalities.
• Ability to give injections and draw blood.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent bedside manner and ability to make patients feel at ease. Appears friendly, reassuring and approachable to patients.
• Ability to take instruction from a doctor.
• Familiarity with medical charts and records.
• High attention to detail.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Qualifications

• Education: H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent.
• Experience: Less than 1 Year of Experience.
• Certification/License/Registration: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care