Medical Assistant II - The Vintage Park

Medical Assistant IIThe Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Medical Assistant who is proficient in delivering patient care in an ambulatory setting and providing support to Live Answer. This role performs patient care responsibilities and offers clerical and administrative support in a clinical environment. The Medical Assistant may also provide guidance to entry-level Medical Assistants. This is an outpatient position located at the Vintage Campus, with a regular work schedule of Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This position is located at The Vintage Park in Houston, TX. Free parking is available on-site.Job DutiesPerforms routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, venipuncture (blood draws), collect specimens, EKGs/ECGs, and POCTs.Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient's visit.Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician. Assist 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, obtain lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.Takes inventory of clinic supplies and orders supplies as needed.Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.Other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsHigh 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 QualificationsEPIC experience.Prior ambulatory care experience.Bilingual (Spanish) preferred, not required.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. Requisition ID: 25743