Surgical Medical Assistant – Day Shift

DHR Health; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

DHR Health in McAllen, TX seeks a Medical Assistant for full-time day shifts in the Surgery Institute. You will support administrative and clinical teams with scribing, patient intake, wound care, post-op visits, and scheduling, while maintaining compliant records and efficient workflow.

Required are MA program completion, high school diploma, BLS within 90 days, and strong communication with bilingual (English/Spanish) patients.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program required.
• BLS certification required, or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic administrative medical assisting functions.
• Assist in obtaining patient history, chief complaint and vital signs.
• Schedule, coordinate, referrals, and monitor appointments.
• Adhere to managed care policies and procedures.
• Keep rooms neat, stocked, and ready for procedures.
• Assist physician with in-office procedures as needed.
• Ensure medical records and referrals are completed before visits.
• Handle patient questions and assist with surgery registrations.
• Maintain patient files and assist with inventory and supplies.

Skills

Bilingual

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

BLS certification (within 90 days)

Tools

EMR system

Practice IS system

Job description

DHR Health in McAllen, TX seeks a Medical Assistant for full-time day shifts in the Surgery Institute. You will support administrative and clinical teams with scribing, patient intake, wound care, post-op visits, and scheduling, while maintaining compliant records and efficient workflow.

Required are MA program completion, high school diploma, BLS within 90 days, and strong communication with bilingual (English/Spanish) patients.