Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatric Health

People's Community Clinic Austin • Austin, TX

41d • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) supports the mission of People's Community Clinic by helping ensure that patients are served in a manner that enhances their dignity and welfare and that clinic resources are used efficiently and in accordance with People's Community Clinic policies and risk management protocols. This position works as a member of a care team to coordinate patient care and support patients and families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change. Care team members are expected to assess and manage the health needs of the patient population and to communicate effectively with all patients, especially vulnerable populations. Location: 1101 Camino La Costa, Austin, TX 78752 (North Clinic) Compensation: $19.25 - $25.25 per hour based on experience and qualifications Hours (Full Time): Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Successful completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited school preferred
• Successful completion of medical assistant externship preferred
• Certification must be completed within the first 90 days of employment and may be reimbursed by PCC.
• Medical Assistant Certification
• CPR Certified
• Demonstrated knowledge of protocols for MAs relating to patient care, provider assistance, exam rooms and records maintenance
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to interact effectively with a diverse population
• Self-starter; able to work with minimal supervision
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Patient, flexible and able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the health care team to assure excellent patient care:
• Greet patients and escort them to assigned examination room
• Document appropriate history, vital signs and chief complaint for visit type
• Prepare the patient for appropriate visit type
• Assist the provider during treatment and/or procedures
• Administer and store medications according to clinic policy
• Make referrals as appropriate and necessary, as per procedure
• Collect lab specimens and escort patients to lab
• Administer immunizations and injections as appropriate and requested
• Identify opportunities to improve workflow, work processes and patient care, and work cooperatively to implement these and other quality improvements.
• Adhere to HIPAA guidelines

Benefits

• 18 PTO days per year & 11 paid holidays
• Major Medical Health Insurance Coverage. Most employees experience $0 in out-of-pocket medical expenses.
• Dental & Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Employer paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Annual Training
• 403(b) with 4% employer matching

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees