Medical Assistant II

Job Title Medical Assistant II

Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department Office of Clinical Affairs

Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate

Job Location College Station, Texas

Job Type Staff

Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation,

Texas A&M Health

encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want The Medical Assistant II, under general supervision, assists patients at Texas A&M Concierge Medicine. Conducts basic office-based medical tasks, including the measurement of vital signs, and patient medical histories and medications. Assisting providers during examinations and minor procedures. Serves as a medical instrument technician, conducting instrumentation cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization.

Responsibilities: Patient Care Activities Provides patient care activities on a daily basis. Transfers patients from reception to patient care areas. Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse respiration, and obtains height and weight. Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information in the electronic medical records. Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and provides basic patient education. Performs basic procedures including phlebotomy, injections, vision screening, nebulizer treatments, throat swabs, and fitting ortho slings. Assists and/or chaperones providers during exams or procedures. Documents testing and lab results in medical records. Serves as a liaison between patients and providers. Infection Control and Cleanliness Ensures cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms, exam tables, countertops, and doorknobs to prevent the spread of infection. Cleans, disinfects, and sterilizes medical instruments, including endoscopes. Stocks patient care rooms and nursing station. Assists in the organization and upkeep of assigned areas to ensure a clean and safe working environment. Electronic Medical Records Management Updates health information in electronic medical records. Assists providers in the maintenance of electronic medical records. Documents patient care activities in the electronic health record. Inventory and Office Maintenance Assists with inventory and office equipment maintenance. Maintains drug and vaccine logs. Assists with the organization and upkeep of central nurses’ station. Miscellaneous Duties Completes continuing education as required by the certifying board . Qualifications: Required Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Three years of related experience Preferred Qualifications: Medical assistant certification Phlebotomy certification preferred or 2 years of experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality. Why Texas A&M University? We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. Medical,

prescription drug,

dental,

vision,

life and AD&D,

flexible spending accounts ,

and long-term disability insurance

with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 12-15 days

of annual paid holidays Up to

eight hours of paid sick leave

and at least

eight hours of paid vacation

each month Automatic enrollment in the

Teacher Retirement System of Texas Health and Wellness:

Free exercise programs and release time Professional Development: All employees have access to free

LinkedIn Learning

training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more Educational release time and tuition assistance

for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee Living Well,

a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Instructions to Applicants:

Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.