Medical Assistant (Bilingual)

El Centro Del Barrio•Somerset, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

CentroMed is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing healthcare for all populations. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with multiple locations, CentroMed has been dedicated to its mission for over 50 years, aiming to be a premier healthcare provider in the community. Founded in 1971, it has grown into a network of high-quality health and dental clinics serving all populations, regardless of income. The organization's mission is to improve lives by enhancing family well-being through high-quality, compassionate healthcare. The core values include Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Affordability, and Teamwork. The company fosters a fun, energetic, and family-based environment with a focus on work-life balance, innovation, and teamwork.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
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

Assist the physician with physical examinations.
Carry out nursing treatments and procedures according to Physician’s documented orders.
Take patient history, vital signs, symptoms, and conditions and document them in the medical record.
Administer patient immunizations following clinical protocols and provider's instructions.
Administer medications and treatments ordered by the provider.
Check the treatment room for properly functioning equipment and stock supplies.
Maintain lab duties including daily quality checks and documentation, specimen processing, daily cleaning and disinfection of lab and equipment, and submission of QC and patient testing logs monthly.
Travel to other Centro Del Barrio sites in carrying out duties.
Assist the provider in specialized examinations and treatments/procedures as directed.
Keep and maintain the inventory for the supply room and assist the LVN Nurse Supervisor in other duties.
Perform venipuncture as ordered by provider.
Abide by infection control policies and procedures.
Abide by policies and procedures on hazardous materials.
Abide by all safety policies.
Demonstrate competence with all patients.
Participate in the agency’s Quality Improvement Program.
Perform other duties as required.