Full-Time Medical Assistant (South Austin)
About The Position
Aspire Allergy is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant for its South Austin clinic. The Medical Assistant supports the clinical team and Aspire Allergy’s mission to help patients with allergy, asthma, and sinus problems. The role includes administering allergy tests and injections, supporting in-office procedures, and assisting with front-office administrative work to provide patients with an exceptional experience. The position is based at 401 W. Slaughter Ln, Suite 300, Austin, TX 78748. The clinic schedule is Monday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Thursday 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. The employee must be willing to cross-train in front-office duties to support clinic operations.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to exchange information.
- Ability to administer subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular injections.
- Ability to manually take patient vital signs.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in difficult or emergent situations.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel between clinics.
- Ability to operate a computer and keyboard at 50 words per minute, as well as a calculator, telephone, copier, and fax.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, and balance for prolonged periods, with a full range of body motion, including handling and lifting up to 20 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Completed Medical Assistant Program or degree.
- At least 1 year of Medical Assistant experience.
- At least 1 year of Medical Receptionist experience.
- Medical Assistant Certificate, vocational nurse license, or related experience.
- Current CPR Certification.
Responsibilities
- Escort patients to exam rooms and obtain vital signs, medical history, and current medication lists.
- Explain allergy testing and treatment protocols to patients.
- Administer subcutaneous, intradermal, and intramuscular injections.
- Conduct thorough and accurate spirometry testing to assess and evaluate patients’ lung function.
- Perform testing and treatment according to Aspire Allergy protocols and safety measures.
- Use the EHR system to record accurate patient health information.
- Greet, welcome, and direct patients and visitors appropriately.
- Answer incoming phone calls and provide accurate information.
- Track clinical inventory and resupply when needed.
- Ensure end-of-day reports and logs are accurate and complete.
- Follow HIPAA rules and regulations, including protecting the confidentiality of patient information.
- Follow OSHA requirements, including universal precautions and sharps disposal guidelines.
- Cross-train in front-office responsibilities, including scheduling appointments, collecting patient payments, supporting treatment coordination and patient enrollment in their chosen treatment, and obtaining CT authorizations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
- Free allergy testing and discounted treatments.
- 401(k) with generous employer match.
- Employee rewards program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
