Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

This position will perform appropriate patient care at a competent level as directed by a provider, within the scope of approved skills according to the needs of the patients including rooming patients, taking vitals, documenting in patient medical record in accordance with policies/procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs assigned tasks for patients assigned.
• Assists personnel in communication with physicians and healthcare team members to ensure quality of care.
• coordinates schedules of diagnostic testing.
• Considers the diverse needs of each patient, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience.
• Participates in collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues and ensures clean and safe patient environment.

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-3 Yrs in Medical Facility
• BILINGUAL
• Current BLS

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED

CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE

• MA Certification (preferred)
• Certified as a medical Assistant by the Texas Department of Health.
• Current BLS