Medical Assistant

Allergy & Ent Assoc•Denison, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Southwest Asthma and Allergy is part of growing practice known as Allergy & ENT Associates, with locations in Houston, Austin, Dallas, & California! Currently, we are looking for Medical Assistants to become a part of our work family in the Denison! Location: In the Texoma Medical Plaza adjacent to the new Texoma Medical Center 5012 South US HWY 75 - Suite 150 Denison, TX 75020 Hours: Mon. 8:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Tue. 8:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. Wed. 8:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Thu. 8:00 a.m. - 1 p.m. 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. Benefits: Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance Basic Term Life & Accidental Death & Disability 401K PTO/Sick/Holiday pay Bonus and evaluation increases Position Summary: To provide quality patient care services to the patients of Southwest Allergy & Asthma Center under the direction of physicians/providers and the nursing staff. Supports the goals and the objectives of the Company.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent or
Graduate of an accredited School for Nursing, Medical Assistant program or comparable experience.
Current CPR certification required.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical procedures, and current nursing practices.
Must be self-directed and able to work independently
Attention to detail a must
Professional, calm and courteous demeanor
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel and Word
Electronic Medical/Health Record System experience
Safety and Confidentiality - Follows OSHA regulations and the safety guidelines of the Practice. Follows HIPAA policies and procedures. Respects and maintains patient confidentiality. Use CPR skills when necessary.
Organization — Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities; is methodical and efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplished.
Professional Maturity — The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at hand. The ability to legitimately and objectively challenge the substance of our beliefs and biases of our observations.
Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others; the ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Interpersonal Communication — Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situation
Communication — The ability to write and speak effectively using appropriate convention based on the situation; actively listens to others, asks questions to verify understanding, and uses tact and consideration when delivering feedback to other s.

Nice To Haves

Allergy/ENT Medical Office experience desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides patient care as a member of the health care team within scope of license.
Follows nursing policies, procedures, and protocols and implements appropriately in the care of adult and pediatric patients.
Provides instructions to patients regarding treatment plan, medications and follow-up.
Communicates effectively with other members of the health care team including accurate documentation in patient medical records.
Greets patients with a smile, completion of registration forms, and gives instructions
Uses communication skills with appropriate medical terminology
Follows appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct
Performs specific Job Activities as assigned per office location.
Continues professional self-development
Measures and records vital signs
Interview patients while recording and updating medical information (history, chief complaint) and medications etc. into the EHR
Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests
Provides patient education with regards to medications and instructions set forth by the provider to manage their health
Prepares and administers medications with physician authorization
Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks and prepares exam room for patient
Cleans and sterilizes instruments
Check and responds to patient phone calls (communicating w/the provider on course of action and relaying to the patient)
Review and prepare requests and prior authorizations for medications
Scribing and assisting with procedures
Performs routine allergy skin testing per protocols and documents results.
Full shot office responsibility
Educates testing patients regarding environmental controls, treatment plans, and medications
Familiar with signs and symptoms of allergy testing systemic reactions. Familiar with emergency equipment and protocols for treatment.
Seeks immediate assistance from RN/LVN staff in dealing with emergency treatme nt for allergy testing patients
Triages emergency situations and use CPR skills when necessary
Refill requests and Prior Authorizations for medications
Attendance is required for all In-Service trainings
Travel to other offices will be required.