Certified Medical Assistant

Palm Medical Centers•Desoto, TX

14d•$19 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) plays a key role in supporting providers and the care team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered healthcare within a managed care environment. The MA performs both clinical and administrative duties to ensure efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and compliance with managed care protocols and quality metrics.

Requirements

A minimum of one year work experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.
Vital signs: 1 year.
ECW: 1 year (Required)
BLS Certification (Required)
Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Nice To Haves

Phlebotomy EKG and PFT Injection administration (Preferred).
Bilingual is a plus.
Knowledge of Managed Care (Preferred).
Hedis (Preferred).

Responsibilities

Prepare examination rooms and ensure cleanliness and readiness for patient visits.
Escort patients to exam rooms, verify patient identity, obtain and document vital signs, chief complaint, and medical history in the electronic health record (EHR).
Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments as needed.
Administer immunizations, injections, and medications under the providers supervision and according to state and clinic policy.
Perform EKGs, vision tests, and other diagnostic screenings as required.
Collect and process lab specimens; ensure proper labeling and documentation.
Maintain accurate and timely charting in the EHR, ensuring all information is complete prior to provider review.
Conduct pre-charting and ensure all required documentation, lab results, and preventive care items are updated prior to visits.
Participate in care coordination, follow-up on provider orders, referrals, and test results.
Support patient education on chronic disease management, preventive care, and treatment plans.
Manage patient check-in/check-out procedures when needed.
Handle phone calls, messages, and patient inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Ensure all messages contain complete information for provider review (symptoms, duration, medications, etc.).
Schedule, diagnostic tests, and follow-up appointments as directed.
Maintain medical inventory and order supplies as necessary.
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.