Medical Assistant I (Richardson)
hace 15 días
Richardson
Job DescriptionDescription: Do you wake up every morning inspired to solve problems and make a meaningful impact in health care? If so, we want to hear from you. Innovista Medical Center is more than a clinic. It's a community hub. Many still feel unseen, unheard, and unsupported when seeing a health care provider. By putting our patients' needs first, we are transforming what it means to get exceptional care. We don't just treat symptoms. We focus on whole-person health—physical and mental well-being, disease prevention, and thoughtful management of chronic conditions. Innovista Medical Center provides primary care and walk-in services for people of all ages in ten locations in Dallas and Houston. We provide comprehensive healthcare services, including in-office lab work, vaccines, imaging, and telemedicine. Our values help define the patient experience and how we treat each other. • HEARD: Our care starts with listening well to build relationships and trust., • UNDERSTOOD: We offer an experience recognizing every patient's history and background., • IN CONTROL: We provide one place for all primary care needs for the whole family., • ACTIVELY SUPPORTED: We ensure patients are not alone in the care process, which is much more than what happens during a visit. We're thrilled to announce a dynamic opportunity for you to become an integral part of our Dallas, Texas team. As an onsite contributor, you'll play a key role in pioneering a pathway toward a more streamlined and effective healthcare system. JOB SUMMARY The Medical Assistant I support the examination and treatment of patients in Medical Centers, working under the guidance of a physician or nurse. This entry-level medical assisting role offers opportunities for on-the-job training and advancement to higher-level positions upon certification. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Interview patients, record vital signs, and update patient charts., • Assist in managing daily patient flow as needed., • Provide direct patient care, perform indirect patient care activities, and conduct laboratory tests under the supervision of a physician or nurse., • Maintain a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment., • Administer vaccines, medications (IM/SC/ID/Oral), EKGs, and assist with procedures/treatments under physician supervision., • Perform supervised lab work upon skill sign-off by a nurse or physician based on physician orders. Prepare instrumental equipment for sterilization., • Adhere to Nursing Department policies and procedures., • Inspect equipment and supplies for proper function, safety, and expiration dates. Report malfunctioning medical equipment and safety concerns to the supervisor., • Ensure quality control (e.g., Glucometer, eyewash, refrigerator temperature, and autoclave) and maintain cleaning logs as required., • Comply with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations, including the handling and disposal of biomedical waste., • Handle confidential information with discretion., • Collaborate effectively with personnel from other departments., • Maintain procedure logs as required and input nursing procedures and other data into the computer system., • Follow up on missing results in medical records before patient appointments., • Be willing to work weekends, holidays, and various shifts and locations based on company needs., • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.Requirements:, • High school diploma, GED or technical school graduation is required., • Completion of a medical assistant training program is required., • Minimum of two (2+) years of Medical Assistant experience., • Active Medical Assistant National Certification/Registration or equivalent licensure with superior skillset (e.g., EMT, Paramedic, LPN, etc.) preferred, • BLS/CPR certification required., • Ability to effectively communicate with patients and staff, • Peripheral Intravenous (IV) training and certification preferred., • Proficiency in EPIC, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint., • Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills highly preferred. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels important, welcomed, and included. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a comprehensive benefits package that fosters opportunities for growth and advancement and supports the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our team members. HEALTH & WELLBEING • A choice health coverage, including HMO and PPO, plus Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options, • Dental and vision coverage, • Company-paid benefits (short- and long-term disability, employee life, and accidental death and dismemberment), • Employee Assistance Program, • Bereavement Leave (full time employees for the loss of an immediate family member), • Paid Military Leave Benefits, • A yearly discretionary bonus, • 401(k) with a company match, • Credit Union Banking alternative, • Wellness Rewards with Monetary Incentives, • Flexible schedule and work from home options for numerous roles, • Nine paid company holidays + Sick and Wellness Days + accrued PTO, • Commuter benefits, • Clear career advancement and growth pathways, • Continuous education opportunities and financial reimbursement, • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee with various Business Resource Groups you can join, • Company-wide socials and gatherings