Medical Assistant- Wound Care

CommUnityCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Austin is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. The role involves performing clinical duties, managing patient intake, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications. The position offers a dynamic work environment where collaboration with healthcare professionals is essential for effective patient management.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant externship is required.
• Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Accurately interview patients and measure vital signs.
• Collect and document lab test results.
• Coordinate and manage patient care effectively.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Diploma

Job description

Overview

In collaboration with patients, families (as defined by the patient), and staff across all disciplines and departments, the Medical Assistant is responsible for performing selected clinical duties, including administrative/clerical tasks, basic patient care, and administrative functions related to patient intake.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

1. Accurately interview patients, record patient history, and measure vital signs such as height, weight, BMI, head circumference, current medications, pulse oximetry level, and patient comfort level.
2. Verify patient information including demographics, insurance, vitals, and medications; complete the intake process by verifying and entering patient data into EHR/EPM.
3. Greet and assist patients courteously and professionally, answer telephones, provide information, and verify patient details as needed.
4. Collect, perform, document, and report results of CLIA-waived lab tests, such as urine dip, pregnancy tests, blood glucose levels, fecal occult blood tests, rapid influenza, and strep tests.
5. Collect, prepare, and document specimen collection, including blood, urine, stool, and sputum.
6. Perform clinical duties assigned, including preparing patients for examinations or treatments, assisting providers with exams or procedures, setting up exam rooms, and sterilizing instruments.
7. Complete pre-visit planning to support clinical appointments.
8. Administer medications according to the CUC formulary.
9. Perform medical acts as prescribed by Standing Delegation Orders.
10. Dismiss patients at the end of visits, completing orders, tasks, and patient plans in the system.
11. Participate in new employee orientation and attend mandatory meetings.
12. Collaborate with staff, patients, and providers to communicate and coordinate patient care effectively.
13. Coordinate and manage patient care, including communicating test results, assisting with pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling.
14. Follow up on diagnostic tests to ensure completion and documentation in the EHR.
15. Perform surveillance programs, maintaining complete medical records, including labs, authorizations, X-rays, hospital records, and previous care documentation.
16. Maintain a clean and functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment and exam rooms as per guidelines.
17. As assigned, serve as a scribe, accurately documenting medical visits and procedures, including patient history, exams, treatments, education, provider diagnoses, prescriptions, and instructions, and prepare referral letters.
18. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant Diploma and/or National Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent military healthcare experience.

Minimum Experience:

• Completion of a medical assistant externship (required).

Certifications/Licensure:

• Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, maintained during employment.