Medical Assistant / MA Urgent Care
UT Health East Texas10 months ago
Canton, TX, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
Join our team as a full-time, Urgent Care Certified Medical Assistant in Canton, TX. UT Health East Texas has extended its healthcare services to include urgent care facilities staffed by highly skilled and compassionate professionals dedicated to providing exceptional care for various non-life-threatening conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician.
- Carry out administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding for insurance purposes.
- Execute clinical tasks including rooming patients, taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Current licensure as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant.
Preferred Qualifications
- 6 months’ medical clinic experience.
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
- NCT certification.
- Ability to cross-train as a Patient Service Representative.
Benefits & Perks
- Thrive: Empowerment with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: Enjoy paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are truly valued.
- Make Healthcare Better: Leverage advanced technology to support your role and enhance patient care.
Required Skills
Blood drawing
Vital signs measurement
Appointment scheduling
Billing and coding
Clinical patient care
Medical assisting under physician direction
Patient preparation
Administrative tasks
Medical records management