Medical Assistant II - East Texas
Medical Assistant II - East Texas
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Job Title
Medical Assistant II East TexasAgency
Texas A&M University Health Science CenterDepartment
School Of NursingProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Crockett TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect Excellence Leadership Loyalty Integrity and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastestgrowing academic health centers in the nation Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education innovative research and teambased health care delivery.
What we want
The Medical Assistant II under general supervision works under the direction of the health care provider to deliver patient care promote the safety and wellbeing of all patients. This role oversees the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms and monitors patient care rooms and nurses stations. The Medical Assistant II coordinates communications with patients informs patients of community resources and drives the Mobile Clinic.
What you need to know
Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.
Other Requirements and Factors:May be required to work nights weekends and holidays as needed.Depending upon the nature of your position you may be required to receive immunizations (excluding COVID and Flu).
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED
Three years of experience working in a clinical environment hospital home health setting or other related areas
Required Licenses and Certifications:
State of Texas class C vehicle operators license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of word processing database and spreadsheet applications
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others
Excellent communication analytical interpersonal and organizational skills
Able to provide and receive confidential information while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate or bachelors degree in public health or a Healthrelated discipline.
Department of State Health Services (DSHS) certification certified Community Health Worker (CHW) or able to successfully complete the CHW certification within three months of employment
Experience working with individuals in rural or medically underserved communities
Experience in scheduling patient appointments
Experience in data collection and reporting
Knowledge of enrollment requirements for Texas Medicaid and CHIP or a willingness to learn
Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish
Texas Drivers License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment
Responsibilities:
Clinic Responsibilities
Serves as a Driver for mobile clinics in a University vehicle.
Serves as the lead communitybased provider and is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients.
Measures vital signs such as blood pressure temperature pulse respiration and obtains height and weight.
Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information and other activities in the electronic medical records.
Prepares patients for tests exams and procedures and provides basic patient education.
Performs basic procedures including but not limited to: injections vision screening auditory exams ear lavage EKG minor wound care nebulizer treatments throat swabs fitting ortho slings splints and braces.
Assists and/or chaperones nurse practitioner during exams or procedures transfers specimen and documents testing and lab results in medical records.
Serves as a liaison between patient and providers.
Prepares and administers injections and dispenses medication as directed by nurse practitioner.
Oversees and ensures the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent spread of infection in patientcare areas.
Monitors and maintains supply and inventory of clinical supplies including the stocking of patient care exam rooms and common areas to ensure supplies are on hand as needed for patient care.
Accurately maintains daily activity logs regarding client activity and destinations.
Identifies and coordinates community resources.
Continuously expands knowledge and understanding of community resources and service programs provided.
Escalates nonroutine issues questions and/or concerns to the supervisor or healthcare provider(s).
Serves as a mentor and assists supervisor with training and supervision of student workers.
Project Coordination and Communication
Works under the direction of the health care provider.
Coordinates scheduling of patient followup appointments with available providers.
Provides verbal and/or written communication to patients and to providers.
Identifies and provides available resources to patients in their own communities.
Compiles data and creates reports.
Assists with registering patients in the electronic health record system.
Obtains medical records and laboratory results from providers and ensures clinic providers are aware of the results.
Performs office projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Fills in for others and performs other duties as assigned to assist other team members.
Why Texas A&M University
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions Core Values and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university such as sporting and cultural events stateoftheart recreation facilities the Bush Library and Museum and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable costofliving and no long commutes.
Medical prescription drug dental vision life and AD&D flexible spending accounts and longterm disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
Up to eight hours of paid sick leaveand at leasteight hours of paid vacationeach month
Automatically enrollment in theTeacher Retirement System of Texas
Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
Professional Development: All employees have access to freeLinkedIn Learningtraining webinars and limited financial support to attend conferences workshops and more
Educational release time and tuition assistancefor completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
Living Well a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees for employees
Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.
All positions are securitysensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Employment Type
Full-Time
