Medical Assistant (Fort Worth)

MaxHealth•Fort Worth, TX

2d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

MaxHealth MSO is seeking a bilingual Medical Assistant to support providers and perform day-to-day medical assistant duties while contributing to a positive, efficient work environment. The role provides nursing care to clinic patients under the direct supervision of physicians and managers. The Medical Assistant trains with existing staff in administrative, support, and clinical duties, and may perform only clinical procedures for which they have been signed off after reasonable training.

Requirements

Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
At least 1 year of experience working as a medical assistant in a physician office.
Primary care/PCP experience required.
Knowledge of basic nursing principles and protocols.
Computer literacy and working knowledge of medical practice management systems and electronic medical records.
Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and patient confidentiality.
Knowledge of medical chart reporting and records.
Strong work ethic and desire to excel; self-motivated with a positive attitude.
Ability to maintain professionalism and focus in a busy environment and to work under stressful conditions with little supervision.
Personable, compassionate, and patient-advocacy-oriented approach.
Skill in appropriate assessment and assistance techniques, universal precautions, safe workplace practices, confidentiality, and health information management through accurate charting.
Maintain up-to-date certification, if applicable.
Ability to relate to providers and coworkers in a positive, professional manner.
Ability to operate office equipment, including a fax, copier, and scanner.
Ability to solve problems in a timely and effective manner.
Ability to be flexible regarding schedule and duties.

Responsibilities

Perform office procedures after reasonable training and only perform clinical procedures for which they have been signed off.
Assess patients’ general condition and take vital signs and weight; review medications and dosages.
Document activities and interventions, patient and family responses, medications dispensed or prescribed, and phone calls in the electronic medical record.
Follow through on patient needs received through the clinical office and communicate patient issues to the COS.
Follow infection-control and safety guidelines, confidentiality policies, and HIPAA requirements; contact the COS and/or Privacy Officer when necessary.
Use a computer for patient charting, test ordering, secure patient communications, and appointment scheduling as needed.
Keep work, office, and common areas clean, orderly, and organized.
Clean exam and procedure rooms between patients and at the end of the day according to established protocols and OSHA safety guidelines.
Restock exam and procedure rooms and help monitor supply levels using inventory tracking and other systems.
Package and sterilize surgical equipment and assist with maintenance and upkeep of autoclave sterilizers, endoscopes, procedure equipment, and other materials according to established protocols.
Collect and process urine and blood samples for testing.
Maintain composure during confusing situations and interact in a pleasant and courteous manner.
Assist with training new personnel and be willing to cross-train to another position when necessary.
Communicate back-office equipment issues to the COS when they delay data entry or reduce work efficiency.
Stay engaged and share ideas to improve patient care, work efficiency, and job satisfaction.
Follow the Company Handbook and dress code.
Perform other duties assigned by the COS.