Medical Assistant II

Job Title

Medical Assistant II

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Primary Care & Population Health

Proposed Minimum Salary

$14.53 hourly

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we believe:

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .”

Who we are:

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want:

The Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for a Medical Assistant II to serve as a member of the Primary Care and Population Health team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 years Medical Assistant Experience

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections.
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Good computer skills using a medical management application.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Experience working with diverse individuals and communities.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting. Experience with Texas Vaccines for Children Program.

Preferred Licenses and Certifications:

• Medical Assistant Certification

Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with electronic medical records and HIPAA guidelines.
• Bilinguals - Spanish

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as the lead medical assistant and provides patient care activities on a daily basis.
•  Assists providers in maintenance of electronic medical records.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Updates health information in electronic medical records.

• -Serves as a mentor for best practices to Medical Assistant I staff and student workers.

• Monitors the stocking of patient care rooms and nurses’ stations to ensure supplies are on hand as needed for patient care.

• Oversees and ensures the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent spread of infection in patient -care areas.

• Prepares and administers injections and dispenses medication as directed by physician.

• Serves as a liaison between patient and providers.

• Assists and/or chaperones physician during exams or procedures, transfers specimen, and documents testing and lab results in medical records.

• 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.

• Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and provides basic patient education.

• Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information and other activities in the electronic medical records.

• Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse respiration and obtains height and weight.

• Transfers patients from reception to patient care areas.

• Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the supervisor or healthcare provider(s). ​
• Performs office projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Assists supervisor with training and supervision of Medical Assistant I staff and student workers. 

• Other duties as assigned

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at Texas A&M University may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place

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 pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

Job Title

Medical Assistant II

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Primary Care & Population Health

Proposed Minimum Salary

$14.53 hourly

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

What we believe:

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .”

Who we are:

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want:

The Health Science Center (HSC) is looking for a Medical Assistant II to serve as a member of the Primary Care and Population Health team. We desire an individual who subscribes to and supports our commitment as stated above. The successful applicant will bring an expert level of experience to the position and understand the demands of supporting executives in a fast-paced environment. This person must be professional, enjoy working in a high-volume environment and be able to apply strong organizational skills while being flexible in their daily routine. If this is you, we invite you to apply to become a member of our team.

Required Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 3 years Medical Assistant Experience

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) required.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform EKGs, draw blood and administer injections.
• Ability to effectively communicate to staff and patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Through knowledge of the meaning and use of medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and composure with the ability to take appropriate action in questionable or emergency situations.
• Maintains a positive, caring attitude towards patients.
• Good computer skills using a medical management application.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
• Experience working with diverse individuals and communities.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.
• 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting. Experience with Texas Vaccines for Children Program.

Preferred Licenses and Certifications:

• Medical Assistant Certification

Preferred Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with electronic medical records and HIPAA guidelines.
• Bilinguals - Spanish

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as the lead medical assistant and provides patient care activities on a daily basis.
•  Assists providers in maintenance of electronic medical records.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Updates health information in electronic medical records.

• -Serves as a mentor for best practices to Medical Assistant I staff and student workers.

• Monitors the stocking of patient care rooms and nurses’ stations to ensure supplies are on hand as needed for patient care.

• Oversees and ensures the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent spread of infection in patient -care areas.

• Prepares and administers injections and dispenses medication as directed by physician.

• Serves as a liaison between patient and providers.

• Assists and/or chaperones physician during exams or procedures, transfers specimen, and documents testing and lab results in medical records.

• 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.

• Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and provides basic patient education.

• Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information and other activities in the electronic medical records.

• Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse respiration and obtains height and weight.

• Transfers patients from reception to patient care areas.

• Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the supervisor or healthcare provider(s). ​
• Performs office projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

• Assists supervisor with training and supervision of Medical Assistant I staff and student workers. 

• Other duties as assigned

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at Texas A&M University may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place

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 pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.