Job Description
Medical Assistant (MA) Job Description:
Hill Country Allergy & Asthma has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant. Practice has four locations in Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Marble Falls, and Leander.
***This position will be for our Lakeway/Dripping Springs locations. All training takes place at our Lakeway location.***
Position is full-time hourly. 36-40 hours a week. No on-call schedules or weekends.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Escort patient to exam room; obtain vitals, review past/present medical history and current medication verification
Prepare patient for procedure and/or exam
Perform prick testing and/or intradermal testing by following proper protocol and documenting results in EHR (eClinical Works)
Complete allergy injections for immunotherapy patients and document shot (Rosch Visionary)
Assists providers and front desk staff by performing a variety of both front and back office patient care activities.
Follow OSHA requirements including universal precautions and sharps disposal guidelines
Skills and Knowledge:
Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, skin testing, and injection room procedures, and/or education as directed by the provider
Knowledge of basic medical terminology
Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed
Ability to maintain a safe work environment
Ability to maintain effective working relationship with patients and peers
Ability to react calmly in difficult situations
Ability to communicate clearly
Typical Physical Demands:
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting up to (30) lbs
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time
Requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer, calculator, telephone, copier and fax
Requires, at times, possibly working under stressful conditions along with irregular hours
Working Relationships:
Demonstrates timely completion of duties
Assists co-workers in completion of duties when time allows
Shares information or concerns effectively with co-workers
Demonstrates working knowledge of the EHR computer system including electronic charting
Offers solutions to problems and assists in implementation of solutions; continually seeks process improvement.
Demonstrates flexibility in regard to scheduling during peak periods
Participates in staff meetings and in-service programs as required
Maintains a neat and professional appearance
Maintains patient confidentiality
Ability to demonstrate commitment to serve at all times
Personal Attributes:
Self- starter, Motivated, Cooperative, Detail Oriented, Positive Attitude, Confident in their abilities and can take constructive criticism well.
Preferred Experience:
1+ years experience as a Medical Assistant, or related experience, current CPR Certification, Must have a valid driver's license/car insurance
Job Type: Full-Time
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Benefit Conditions:
- Waiting period may apply
- Only full-time employees eligible
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
- Social distancing guidelines in place
Work Location:
- Drippings Springs / Lakeway
Clinical Duties:
- Performing injections
- Administering medications
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- No nights
- No weekends
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
