Medical Assistant (MA3111 - Helotes)

CommuniCare Health Center Jobs • Helotes, TX

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs both front office and back office duties, including related support services. This role is crucial for the day-to-day operations of the clinic, ensuring efficient patient care and administrative tasks are completed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant and/or a Medical Assistant Diploma and/or a Medical Assistant Certification.
• Knowledgeable of personal computers.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association.
• Ability to travel to other clinic sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EMR/EHR preferred.
• Experience in a primary health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the day-to-day operations of the front and back office, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Administers injections, assists with non-invasive and direct patient care procedures (e.g., EKGs, vision and hearing screenings, waive testing), and assists with medical examinations within the scope of practice.
• Obtains patient medical history, vital signs, and ensures quality metrics are documented in compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies. Prepares for audits.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies, immunization, and operating supplies. Ensures equipment is calibrated, charged, and cleaned. Stocks exam rooms.
• Registers patients, updates information, performs data entry, and verifies/activates insurance plans. Ensures accurate posting of encounter data.
• Completes end-of-day reconciliation reports, reconciles cash collected with system reports, and secures cash for deposit.
• Prepares for the next day by identifying appointment types, preparing charts, updating proof of income, pre-registering patients, and screening for program eligibility.
• Provides exceptional customer service, greets customers appropriately, and addresses concerns.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED