Outpatient Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Immunizations

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkland Health and Hospital System seeks a PRN Medical Assistant for the Moody Outpatient Center in Dallas, TX. You will perform a range of patient care tasks under supervision, including immunizations, blood draws, labs, vital signs, and specimen collection, while upholding patient-centered care.

The role requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program and current BLS certification within 90 days of hire; strong communication with patients and staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Must demonstrate basic patient care skills and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer immunizations and PPDs as assigned.
• Draw blood and perform routine lab procedures.
• Take vital signs and collect specimens.
• Act as patient advocate with focus on patient rights and confidentiality.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection control practices in the clinical area.
• Document activities accurately in patient records.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

BLS knowledge

Education

Medical Assistant certification/training program

Job description

Parkland Health and Hospital System seeks a PRN Medical Assistant for the Moody Outpatient Center in Dallas, TX. You will perform a range of patient care tasks under supervision, including immunizations, blood draws, labs, vital signs, and specimen collection, while upholding patient-centered care.

The role requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program and current BLS certification within 90 days of hire; strong communication with patients and staff is essential.