Medical Assistant

Summit Health CityMD•Shenandoah, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

VillageMD is a physician-led, patient-centric network dedicated to simplifying health care and providing connected care. Their primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in various settings. Joining the team means becoming part of a compassionate community focused on improving healthcare. The company innovates value-based care by leveraging integrated applications, population insights, and staffing expertise to ensure access to high-quality, connected care services that lead to better outcomes and reduced costs. As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for providing patient support and communication, facilitating an exceptional patient experience to build satisfaction, trust, and organizational loyalty. This includes welcoming and preparing patients for appointments, informing them of relevant information, and clearly communicating about scheduled services.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant or eligible within 90 days of hire
Phlebotomy experience required
Current BLS certification for healthcare providers required within 90 days of employment
High School Diploma/Equivalency required

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience preferred
Experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, urgent care or ER preferred

Responsibilities

Performs point-of-care laboratory tests, EKGs as ordered or indicated, suture/staple removal, dressing changes, and other patient care activities
Collects and documents vital signs, histories, and screenings
Authorizes prescription refills as directed
Prepares patients, room, and supplies for visits or examinations
Performs phlebotomy and correctly processes specimens
Cleans and maintains treatment rooms and equipment
Other duties as assigned
Demonstrates kindness and compassion in all patient interactions
Performs quality controls and equipment checks
Participate in brand marketing, rotating throughout the vestibule, with a focus on engaging and increasing patient volume
Prepares and administers PO, IM, and ID medications as directed by the Provider, utilizing the “Rights of Vaccine or Medication Administration”
Provides instruction to the patient regarding medications and diet