Medical Assistant

CenterWell • San Pedro, TX

3d • $43,000 - $56,200

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is the first point of contact for patient care and performs administrative duties in addition to patient care. The role involves varied activities and moderately complex administrative, operational, and customer support assignments, including computations, and typically consists of semi-routine work.

The position supports senior primary care by helping prepare for visits, collecting patient information, assisting providers with procedures and treatments, conducting specimen collection and point-of-care testing, and documenting care and quality measures in electronic health records. The role is patient-facing and participates in the company's tuberculosis screening program; candidates selected for the role must undergo TB screening.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant school or training program, or certification/registration as a Medical Assistant, or at least five years of experience with provider approval.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CPR certification.
• Must complete tuberculosis screening if selected for this patient-facing role.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy experience.
• Medication or vaccine administration experience.
• At least one year of Medical Assistant experience.
• Value Based Care experience, including knowledge of HEDIS, CPT/ICD coding, and CAHPS/HOS Patient Experience.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish; must pass a proficiency exam before communicating in a foreign language.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-visit planning based on the patient visit type.
• Obtain and record medical history and vital signs.
• Room patients and assist healthcare providers with medical procedures and treatments.
• Collect specimens and perform point-of-care testing.
• Prepare and administer medication under the direction of a healthcare provider.
• Accurately document information in electronic health record and electronic medical record systems, including HEDIS and Stars quality measures.
• Complete tuberculosis screening if selected for the role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and company and personal holidays.
• Paid parental and caregiver leave.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Bonus incentive plan based on company and/or individual performance.
• Other opportunities supporting personal wellness and healthcare decisions.

What This Job Offers

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