Medical Assistant Cert

HCA Healthcare•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Medical Assistant Certified performs diversified clinical and administrative support duties in an outpatient clinic. The role uses technical and support skills to help nursing staff provide effective and efficient patient care, carrying out routine duties as directed by a Registered Nurse (RN). The Medical Assistant screens patients and collects histories and other data, documents pertinent information, and assists with discharge preparations. Clinical duties include performing electrocardiograms, non-invasive hemodynamic testing, vital-sign and weight measurements, phlebotomy, specimen collection, simple dressing changes, suture and staple removal, assistance with sterile procedures, and peripheral IV removal. The role also handles prescription refill requests according to office protocols or physician approval, retrieves medications and supplies, maintains patient confidentiality, supports nursing personnel, helps orient new personnel, and keeps examination rooms and triage areas stocked and clean. Other duties may be delegated by the RN.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of experience in the medical field as a Medical Assistant or Certified Nurse Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine outpatient clinic patient-care duties as directed by the Registered Nurse and demonstrate appropriate skills and competencies.
Screen patients and collect data, including patient histories.
Assist with patient discharge preparations as instructed by the RN.
Report and document pertinent information, including vital signs and weights.
Call or fax prescription refills to pharmacies according to office protocols or after physician approval.
Retrieve medications and supplies from hospital departments and transport them to the clinic as directed by the RN.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information and records.
Perform electrocardiograms, non-invasive hemodynamic testing, vital-sign and weight measurements, and phlebotomy.
Remove sutures and staples and peripheral IVs; perform simple dressing changes and assist with sterile procedures.
Obtain and label wound, stool, urine, sputum, and blood specimens, and transport specimens to the laboratory as directed.
Record patient responses to treatments and report pertinent information to the appropriate RN.
Provide assistance to other nursing personnel as needed and assist with orientation of new personnel as appropriate.
Run errands, stock examination rooms, and maintain cleanliness of patient rooms and the triage area.
Perform other duties as delegated by the RN.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage, including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and free AirMed medical transportation.
Dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans, and other optional coverage.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, and event planning.
Consumer discounts.
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance, and preferred banking partnerships.
Education assistance, including tuition, student loan, certification support, and dependent scholarships.
Colleague recognition program.
Time Away From Work Program, including paid time off, paid family leave, disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage for eligible full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.