Medical Assistant - Full-time

Position Overview

Location: 6601 Preston Rd, Plano, 75024. Specialty: Cardiology. Schedule: Monday thru Friday 930am - 500pm. The Medical Assistant, under the direction of a physician, performs various patient care services including delegated medical procedures. In this role, you will maintain clinical records and documentation, administer medications, give injections, and take vital signs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.
• Prepares treatment rooms for patient examinations, cleans and disinfects equipment, and restocks supplies.
• Assists and accompanies patients from the waiting room and prepares them for examination.
• Interviews patients and documents information in medical records to facilitate the physician’s evaluation.
• Measures, collects, and records patients’ vital signs, preparing them for examinations, tests, procedures, and x-rays.
• Performs routine patient testing, including processing electrocardiograms, blood specimens, and urine samples.
• Prepares and administers routine oral, rectal medications, injections, and vaccinations (excluding controlled substances) as directed by the physician, and identifies adverse reactions.
• Accurately documents patient information in accordance with organizational policies and HIPAA regulations.
• Observes and reports any abnormalities in the general physical condition of patients to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Utilizes knowledge of medical terminology and maintains familiarity with medical charts and records.
• Demonstrates excellent bedside manner to ensure patients feel reassured and at ease.
• Takes direction from the physician and collaborates with the healthcare team while maintaining high attention to detail.

Required Qualifications

• Education: H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• Experience Required: Less than 1 Year of Experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS): Must obtain BLS certification or complete BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Benefits & Perks

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1