Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

Medical Assistant - Behavioral HealthWe are seeking Medical Assistants who are passionate about making a difference in our community. At Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) we strive for exceptional, equitable patient care that leads to healthier communities. Our Medical Assistants perform a variety of duties, both clerical and assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a licensed medical and or licensed nursing professional. Our Medical Assistants serve our patients directly, turning our vision into a reality!If you have the ambition and desire to work in a friendly and fun environment, LSCC is the place for you!A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant may look like this:Obtain and document patient history, patient communication, and clinical treatment accurately and appropriatelyObtain and measure vital signs and document information on patients' chartsMaintain examination/treatment rooms, including cleaning and sterilizing instruments, and keeping inventory of medical supplies and materialsPerform routine diagnostic and laboratory testsAdminister medications as ordered by licensed medical and/or licensed nursing staffExplain treatment procedures to patients under the direction of licensed medical and/or licensed nursing staffWe ask our Medical Assistant to possess a minimum of:High school diploma or GED andCompletion of a Medical Assistant Program andBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red CrossThe following experience/skills are preferred:Certification as a Medical Assistant received from a certifying body recognized by Lone Star Circle of Care in its reasonable discretionPrior professional experience as a Medical AssistantPrevious work using electronic medical records (EMR)Bilingual English/Spanish skillsKey Success FactorsSome key factors that will make an individual successful in this role:The ability to problem solveOrganizational skillsAttention to detailTeam player personalityTime managementBenefits LSCC offers a competitive benefits package, including:Competitive salary;Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance;LSCC paid Life insurance;LSCC paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance;Paid Time Off; and403b Employee Retirement Plan