Medical Assistant II - FT

Medical Assistant II - FT# Medical Assistant II - FTSW Green Oaks - Arlington, TX 76017## DescriptionThe **Medical Assistant II** is mid-level clinical role for individuals with demonstrated core competencies in patient care and clinical support. The Medical Assistant II performs all duties of a Medical Assistant I with increased independence and competence. This role includes more independent clinical duties, broader EMR documentation responsibilities, and the ability to support more complex workflows while ensuring excellent patient experience.**ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Rooming patients, adheres to rooming guidelines, vitals, accurately documents in the EMR, basic tests/procedures, medications and vaccines* Performs all standard and specialized equipment such as spirometry, nebulizers, pediatric vaccine knowledge, audiometry* Adheres to and teaches established policies and procedures including but not limited to infection control, HIPAA, and safety protocols* Demonstrates the knowledge and flexibility to support other providers, departments, and mentor staff* Reviews patient schedules, performs encounter preparation, and escalates appropriately within scope* Supports provider in Value Based Care initiatives* Clinical inbox management for self and provider* Cross-Trained to work in other depts./roles/locations* Covers Nurse/MA Visits Schedule and performs ancillary procedures* Pod/Station Lead for compliance/inventory* Participates in assigned clinical related projects* Proficiency in prescription refills per protocol and patient instructions* Advanced knowledge of OSHA safety regulations* Serve as a preceptor for onboarding and training new MAs* Support care coordination efforts including referrals and prior authorizations.* Identify clinical workflow improvements and share recommendations with leadership* Support EMR documentation, including chart preparation and accurate note entry* Relay provider instructions to patients and follow up as directed.* Communicate with care team to maintain efficient clinic flow across all functions## Qualifications**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:*** High school diploma or equivalent* Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program* Certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent)* Current AHA or American Red Cross BLS certification for healthcare providers with hands on component preferred or within 60 days of hire* A minimum of 1 year experience in a healthcare setting is required* Documented proficiency in additional skills i.e. Phlebotomy, Quality Metrics/VBC, and/or Precepting #J-18808-Ljbffr