Medical Assistant II - CHC - The Woodlands

Medical Assistant II - CHC - The Woodlands

Division: Ambulatory Operations

Work Arrangement: Onsite only

Location: The Woodlands, TX

Salary Range: $43,065 - $52,000

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 8 a.m. 5 p.m.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Medical Assistant for our Concierge Clinic in The Woodlands. The ideal candidate will be proficient in delivering high-level patient care in a fast-paced, dynamic ambulatory care setting. As an MA II, you will perform routine patient care responsibilities but also very specific in-suite testing procedures in addition to clerical/administrative support in a clinical setting and may provide guidance to other MAs. You will receive training to schedule and operate the Dexa machine to perform Bone Mineral Density Studies and Dexa fit analysis. This location offers free parking.

Job Duties

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and POCTs.
• Performs comprehensive testing including routine EKG's, placing heart monitors, PFT's. ABI's, cognitive testing, and 24-hour pressure monitoring.
• Notes primary complaint/reason for visit.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation, updates vaccine status and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for physician. Assists with procedures as needed.
• Administers medication under direction / order of a supervising physician. Instructs patients on general care and medical procedures.
• Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition. Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information. Works with insurance companies or prior-authorizations.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and orders supplies as needed. Assists with training / orienting new medical assistant staff.
• Delivers staff education, clinical in-services, and/or participates in clinical staff meetings based on the needs of the department and as appropriate to scope of practice for an MA. Supports the clinic / departments compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a subject matter expert and clinical champion for areas of expertise within your specialty and as appropriate to scope of practice for an MA. Conducts performance Improvement activities that support the clinic / departments goals for quality, patient experience, patient safety and/or efficiency. Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, AAH, AAMP, or NPS).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with point of care testing.
• Experience with Dexa scanning.
• Experience with administrative duties, including patient scheduling and insurance verification.
• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Prior MA experience in a concierge clinic.
• Ability to display the utmost professionalism at all times.

Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.