Medical Assistant/Clinical Assistant

Crane Center • West Lake Hills, TX

3d • $24 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The role will support efficient clinical operations and assist in all aspects of excellent patient care in a fast-paced environment. This position supports the clinical work of its surgeons, both pre- and post-surgery. This clinical role is patient-facing and involves the coordination of care and documentation across departments.

Requirements

• Must have recent clinic experience
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work well as part of a team and independently
• Ability to make critical decisions to escalate urgent issues, follow federal/state laws governing patient care.
• Must be organized, able to multitask, and be comfortable with electronic EMR and software applications.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology and HIPAA regulations
• Willingness to continue education and training in the medical assistant field and completing mandatory annual training.
• Evidence of completion of High school diploma or GED
• Certification in either CMA, CNA, PCT, EMT, or any clinical training that includes medical assistant tasks in its curriculum

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EMR System Athena
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite
• BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Ability and willingness to fill any gaps in credentials and education during employment periods.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of care both pre-op and post-op in the clinic setting
• Daily tasks include rooming patients, collecting vital signs and preparing the patient to collect medical history and exams
• Assisting clinical team with wound care, suture removal, and other tasks involving pre- and post-op care
• Collection of laboratory specimens required for surgery.
• Maintaining a clean and orderly environment in clinic rooms and ensuring equipment/devices are readily available for use by surgeons/PA.
• Responsibilities include supply management for patient care
• Assisting clinical team with documentation of orders sets, including but not limited to laboratory tests, radiology tests, and medications.
• The role includes basic clerical duties: responding to documentation requests from our hospital partner, patients, and colleagues.
• Proactively communicate at all levels with the goal of updating charts and follow up on patient care.
• The role will be responsible for maintaining patient electronic records. Athena is our EMR of choice.
• Other duties as assigned related to patient care.

Benefits

• The hourly rate will be $24-$26 depending on education, experience, and preferred skills.
• Annual increase based on performance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401 (k) retirement savings plan participation
• Paid time off and holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED