Medical Assistant - TCP Kingsland

We are searching for a Medical Assistant – someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will gather information, assess, and provide direct care to patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to render age-appropriate care.

 

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Job Duties & Responsibilities

Assists with the collection of patient data

Assists in the collection of patient data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per practice protocol

Collects and documents vital signs, BMI, height/weight, and reason for a visit  

Documents current medications, allergies and other information in the electronic health record with 100% accuracy

Provides general patient care

Prepares patient for examination, assists provider during treatments, exams and testing  

Documents all interventions, sends electronic prescription refills, assists provider in providing office emergency patient care

Coordinates patient care by following up on lab results, ER visits, or any part of care that needs coordination

Administers medication and immunization

Administers medication and immunizations, identifies patients eligible for the Vaccines for Children Program  

Documents administration of medication and immunizations in the medical record  

Reports all medication and immunization errors and adverse reactions to  

Maintains integrity of medication supplies by following infection control and inventory control guidelines

Supports patients in self-management of their health through assisting with education

Provides patient education and documents education in the electronic health record

Coordinates referral

Assesses patient’s eligibility for referral by verifying coverage with payer prior to initiating referral and documents eligibility in the electronic health record  

Identifies and documents network providers for appropriate referrals completes paperwork and documentation for authorized referrals and transmits information to the referred agency  

Collects specimens and performs laboratory tests

Collects and processes specimens, documenting results

Performs and documents scheduled quality control, instrument maintenance, and calibration procedures according to manufacturer information

Takes appropriate action and documents out of control values  

Troubleshoots and documents instrument problems and makes minor adjustments

Manages Outstanding Orders Report and Lab Error Work Queue to assure results are received and the provider is notified of results

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

 

Skills & Requirements

H.S. Diploma or GED

Graduation from a Medical assistant, emergency medical technician or LVN program

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

1 year of related work experience preferred 

Texas Children’s Pediatrics is the nation’s largest primary pediatric care network with more than 200 physicians dedicated to the health care needs of infants to teenagers in over 50 locations throughout the greater Houston area. As part of our goal to build a community of healthy children, Texas Children's Pediatrics Community Cares Program provides trusted, high-quality pediatric medical services for children who otherwise would seek care from emergency centers or possibly go without care or treatment due to low family incomes and/or lack of health insurance.
To join our community of 14,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.