Medical Assistant (Bilingual) New Braunfels

CentroMed•New Braunfels, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

CentroMed is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with multiple locations in San Antonio and New Braunfels, dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare to all populations, regardless of income limitations. Founded in 1971, CentroMed has a long history of serving the community and improving lives through high-quality healthcare. We are seeking a Medical Assistant to assist physicians with examinations, carry out nursing treatments, and maintain departmental policies and standards. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in community health and social services and able to maintain good public and working relationships.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and completion of Medical Assisting Program.
1 year experience in a clinic or hospital setting preferred.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
Must be able to meet the attendance requirements of the position.
Must not pose a threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Physical ability to lift up to 20 pounds unassisted.
Must be able to deliver excellent customer service, externally and internally

Responsibilities

Intake – takes patient history, vital signs, symptoms and conditions and documents such in the medical record.
Administers patient immunizations following clinical protocols and provider's instructions.
Administers medications and treatments ordered by the provider.
Checks the treatment room for properly functioning equipment and stocks supplies.
Maintains lab duties to include, but not limited to: daily quality checks and documentation in log books, specimen processing including related result documentation and Provider notification of abnormals, daily cleaning and disinfection of lab and equipment in accordance with infection control guidelines, submits QC and patient testing logs monthly.
Travels to other Centro Del Barrio sites in carrying out duties.
Checks the treatment room for properly functioning equipment and stocks supplies
Assists the provider in specialized examinations and treatments/procedures as directed.
Keeps and maintains the inventory for the supply room and assists the LVN Nurse Supervisor in other duties.
Performs venipuncture as ordered by provider.
Abide by infection control policies and procedures as dictated in the Centro del Barrio Infection Control Manual.
Abide by policies and procedures on hazardous materials as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual.
Abide by all safety policies as dictated in the Employee Safety Manual.
Demonstrate competence with all patients.
Participate in the agency’s Quality Improvement Program.
Performs other duties as required.