Medical Assistant - Dripping Springs

Texas Medclinic; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 20 000 - 40 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Medical Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in patient care. This position involves preparing patients for examinations, administering treatments, and ensuring seamless coordination of care. You'll work closely with a dedicated team to provide top-notch medical services, including vital sign monitoring and specimen collection. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference in patients' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and excel in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and record vital signs.
• Collect blood and laboratory specimens for testing.
• Document patient care using electronic medical records.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Injections Administration

Lab Specimen Collection

Electronic Medical Records

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Medical Equipment

Electronic Medical Records Software

Job description

Job Description: Medical Assistant

Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing patient care services, determining medical conditions, and preparing patients for examination and treatment under the direction of the Provider.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Prepare patients for examination, record vital signs and history, and provide treatment as applicable.
2. Prepare exam/treatment rooms; select, set up, sterilize, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for procedures.
3. Prepare and administer injections, change dressings, and facilitate wound management under provider's orders.
4. Collect blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens through routine in-house testing procedures, analyze, and prepare for testing, log results, and perform lab call-backs.
5. Document basic patient care and procedures, utilizing appropriate forms and electronic medical records.
6. Schedule patients for tests, initial, and follow-up appointments if applicable.
7. Instruct patients and family regarding treatment and medication instructions.
8. Collaborate, take direction, and initiate actions that ensure seamless patient care through cross-functional team efforts.
9. Perform opening/closing clinic duties and patient call-backs.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Certificate / License: Current Certification as a Medical Assistant through programs such as RMA, AAMA, NCCT, CMAC, or AMCA is preferred.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Experience: A minimum of one year of relevant experience is preferred.