Medical Assistant / NWTPG Primary Care Canyon / FT

Responsibilities ABOUT NORTHWEST PHYSICIANS GROUP Northwest Physicians Group formed in 2013 with a focus towards population health management. The group has grown to a network of over 40 providers serving patients at numerous primary, specialty and urgent care locations in Amarillo, Texas. Northwest Physicians Group is affiliated with Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a 495-bed system acute care hospital that serves approximately 650,000 residents of the Texas Panhandle and surrounding region. The system provides acute care services including: cardiac, pediatric, women's, emergency, surgical and behavioral healthcare. Position Summary: Medical Assistant (MA) - Northwest Physicians Group This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties which include assisting in examination


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and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviewing patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse
rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), venipuncture and procedure as directed by the physician
within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance
with IPM guideline. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists in covering the front desk as
required. Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, was formed in 2012 as the physician services unit of UHS. IPM develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics which align with UHS acute care facilities. It also provides select services for the Behavioral Health division of UHS. Through continuing growth, IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. Our leadership team, practitioners, and teams of healthcare professionals are collectively dedicated to improving the health and wellness of people in the communities we serve As a Northwest Physicians Group employee you will be part of a first class organization offering:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, Licensure, Training & Travel Requirments (if applicable):

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Medical Assistant certificate required or must obtain certification within six (6) months of
  employment
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of
  start date and maintain certification throughout employment. This must be obtained prior to
  providing patient care.
• Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
• Familiarity with medical terminology required
• Experience with patient check-in and check-out process (according to clinic protocol)
• General medical office procedures
• Understand end of day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
• Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions

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