Certified Medical Assistant Needed

FIRST PHYSICIANS•West Odessa, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

First Physicians is a primary care and walk-in clinic serving Odessa and the Permian Basin. The Medical Assistant supports providers and nurses by helping patients move smoothly through their visits in a busy walk-in setting. The role includes rooming patients, taking vital signs, assisting with examinations and procedures, and helping patients feel comfortable and cared for. This is a full-time, on-site position in Odessa, Texas, scheduled Monday through Friday, with possible Saturdays. The position reports to the Office Manager.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a medical assistant program, or equivalent clinical experience.
Current BLS (CPR) certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Comfortable taking vital signs and giving injections.
Friendly, professional, and patient.
Organized and able to keep up with a busy walk-in schedule.

Nice To Haves

Medical assistant certification.
One or more years of experience in primary care or urgent care.
Experience with Athena EMR.
Phlebotomy and EKG experience.
Experience with DOT physicals.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Greet patients warmly and bring them back to exam rooms.
Take vital signs, height, weight, and medical history.
Document visits accurately in Athena.
Give injections and immunizations as directed by the provider.
Perform point-of-care tests such as glucose, urinalysis, strep, flu, and COVID tests.
Draw blood and collect lab specimens.
Assist providers with exams and minor procedures.
Perform EKGs and basic wound care.
Help with DOT physicals and workers’ compensation visits, including drug screens, vision and hearing tests, and required paperwork.
Give patients follow-up and discharge instructions as directed by the provider.
Send prescription refill requests and return patient calls as directed.
Help with prior authorizations and referrals as needed.
Clean and stock exam rooms and maintain medical supplies.
Cover the front desk when needed, including check-in and scheduling.
Follow infection control, safety, and HIPAA guidelines.