Medical Assistant

About the Role

• The Medical Assistant plays a critical role in supporting healthcare providers by ensuring the smooth operation of clinical and administrative tasks within a medical facility.
• This position involves direct patient interaction, including preparing patients for examinations, taking vital signs, and assisting with medical procedures such as phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• The Medical Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean and sterile environment by properly sterilizing medical instruments and managing specimen processing accurately.
• By collaborating closely with Nurse Practitioners and other healthcare professionals, the Medical Assistant helps deliver high-quality patient care and enhances overall clinical efficiency.
• Ultimately, this role contributes significantly to patient satisfaction and the effective delivery of healthcare services.
• As well manages Referrals to process of directing patients to the correct health care specialist, services or community resources.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program.
• Proven experience in phlebotomy and specimen processing.
• Knowledge of medical instruments and sterilization techniques.
• Ability to accurately measure and record vital signs.
• Strong understanding of clinical procedures and patient care protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working alongside Nurse Practitioners/ MD's or in a similar clinical setting.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Additional certification in phlebotomy or specialized medical assisting skills.
• Basic life support (BLS) or CPR certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination by taking vital signs and recording medical histories.
• Assist healthcare providers, including Nurse Practitioners/Physicians, during medical examinations and procedures.
• Perform phlebotomy and draw blood samples following proper protocols and safety standards.
• Process and label specimens accurately for laboratory analysis.
• Sterilize and maintain medical instruments and equipment to ensure a safe clinical environment.
• Manage patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate communication between patients and healthcare staff.
• Verifies patients' eligibility and insurance coverage, obtains pre-authorizations for treatments or service and handles any denial letters.
• Perform applicable medical procedures collect and prepare Laboratory specimen, administer injection/immunizations and perform venipuncture.

Skills

• The required skills such as Medical Assisting, Medical Instruments handling, and Phlebotomy are essential for performing clinical tasks like drawing blood, taking vital signs, and assisting with patient examinations.
• Proficiency in Specimen Processing and Sterilization ensures that all samples are handled safely, and instruments are maintained in a hygienic state, which is critical for patient safety and infection control.
• Working knowledge of Nurse Practitioner collaboration allows the Medical Assistant to effectively support advanced clinical care and respond to patient needs efficiently.
• Preferred skills like familiarity with electronic health records and additional certifications enhance the ability to manage patient information accurately and provide comprehensive support.
• Strong communication skills are used daily to interact compassionately with patients and coordinate seamlessly with healthcare teams.

Location Address

2327 sw military dr. San antonio, tx 78224

Scheduled: Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm