Medical Assistant
ut medicineAustin, TX
$43,500 per yearAPPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)
Medical Assistant
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Offices of PhysiciansGeneral Medical and Surgical HospitalsAll Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care Services$43,500 per year
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Medical Assistant The Medical Assistant (MA) supports physicians and other healthcare professionals by performing clinical and administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient care. Reporting to the Clinical Supervisor, the MA works closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Key responsibilities include preparing patients for examinations, recording medical histories, performing basic laboratory tests, and assisting with minor surgical procedures. MAs typically support one of the following areas: Neurosciences, General Surgery, Medical Specialties, and Musculoskeletal.
Responsibilities
Patient Care:
Prepares patients for examinations and treatments.
Records patient medical histories and vital signs.
Assists physicians during physical examinations.
Clinical Support:
Administers medications and treatments under supervision.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens.
Performs basic laboratory tests.
Administrative Duties:
Schedules patient appointments and manages appointment software.
Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in examination rooms.
Handles patient inquiries, billing, and insurance verification.
Equipment Management:
Operates and maintains medical equipment.
Orders and maintains medical supplies.
Ensures proper sterilization of instruments
Required Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred
Qualifications:
Associate degree in Medical Assisting or related field.2 years of relevant experience in a healthcare environment. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Phlebotomy certification.
Salary Range$43,500 + depending on qualifications
Working Conditions:
- Standard office equipment
- Repetitive use of a keyboard
- May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others
- Required Materials
- Resume/CV3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
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JOB OVERVIEW
Salary
$43,500 per year
Experience level
Mid
Location
Austin, TX
Occupation
Medical Assistants
Industry
Offices of Physicians
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