Join our dynamic QuadMed team as a Full-Time Medical Assistant for the City of Wichita Falls, TX! 

40 Hours/Week: Available Monday to Thursday 9 AM - 6 PM and Friday 7 AM - 4 PM

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Medical Assistant I will be a highly motivated, quality-conscious healthcare worker interested in working in an environment where one-on-one time with patients and positive outcomes are the ultimate measurement of success.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:  

Measures and records vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, etc.)Ensures accurate and timely documentation into the EMR; i.e.- patient interviews and histories, vital signs, treatments, test results.  Assists medical staff with patient examinationsUses CPR skills when necessaryMaintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and sterilizes instrumentsProvides patients with instructions and other information regarding preparations for the service and necessary registration.  Maintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.Participates in development activities and maintains affiliations with medical assistant associations, as applicable.  Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team-based approach to health care deliveryFront office duties including but not limited to reception, patient check-in/check-out, payment collection, and electronic scheduling.  Where permitted, and as directed: (leader to designate which should be included for their center. If not applicable, delete for that posting)May perform routine screening testsDraws patient blood samples as directed and prepares samples for ordered laboratory analysis, and collection of other ordered lab specimens.Prepares and administers ordered injectable medications and immunizations  Changes dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and performs other first aid proceduresAssists patients with the scheduling of internal/external referrals  Certain clients and health centers may require travelPerforms other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education:  

High school diploma or equivalent.Graduate of accredited school of medical assisting, or combination of equivalent education and experience.

Experience: 

Minimum One (1) year experience as a Medical Assistant required.Phlebotomy and lab experience required  Experience working front office required.Experience working in a Primary Care setting preferred. 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire.  Medical Assistant certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCCT preferred. Certification through another accredited association will need review/approval. Skill certification through NIOSH or CAOHC preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

Commitment to concepts of preventative health care programs and team approach to health care delivery.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral/written).Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.  Bilingual a plus.