Medical Assistant PT

CareNowabout 2 months ago
El Paso, TX, United States
On-site
Part-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Overview

Join the CareNow family as a Medical Assistant PT. This incentive eligible position offers you the opportunity to work for an organization devoted to giving back – our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 volunteer hours in the community last year. At CareNow urgent care, you will deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment with the support of a comprehensive total rewards package.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare patients for examination and treatment by taking patient histories and vital signs.
  • Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment, including sterilization.
  • Give injections and assist with lab testing and phlebotomy needs.
  • Assist physicians in applying splints, dressings, and bandages.
  • Assist with transfers and scheduling follow-up care.
  • Coordinate patient physicals and workplace injuries for partner accounts.
  • Screen incoming calls for referral to physicians and practitioners.

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Medical Assisting or completion of an approved program.
  • Back Office Training Program (BOTP) is required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 1+ year of experience in a clinical patient setting is preferred.
  • Experience using an EHR system is very helpful.
  • Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) is helpful.
  • Ability to obtain a Federal Breath Alcohol Screening Certificate and Federal Drug Screening Certification within 30 days of start is preferred.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive medical coverage including prescription drug, behavioral health, free telemedicine services, and AirMed transportation.
  • Additional options for dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, along with flexible spending accounts and supplemental health plans.
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
  • Family support benefits including fertility, family building, and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder, and pet care; home and auto repair; event planning; and consumer discounts.
  • Education assistance, colleague recognition programs, and time away from work options including paid leave and disability coverage.
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund based on income eligibility.

Required Skills

Medical assisting
Lab testing assistance
EHR usage
Patient care
Vital signs measurement
Exam room preparation
Sterilization of equipment
Phlebotomy