Medical Assistant - Float

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job posting number: #7108962 (Ref:12814-en_US)

Posted: August 25, 2022

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Job Description

Summary

The MA II -Float Pool position is a float position that the MA will be assigned to various BCM clinics/locations. The MA should be proficient in taking vital signs, giving medications by various forms in their scope of practice, EMR, phone etiquette, flexible, and a fast learner.

 

The ideal candidate will be able to work efficiently with other staff members, has attention to detail, organizational skills and is flexible/adaptable.  Is also eager to learn, has excellent communication skills, great customer service skills, great work ethics and a passion for helping others. Is proficient in EMR systems preferably (EPIC). Is also comfortable with standing  and moving around for long periods of time. 

Job Duties

  • Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, venipuncture (blood draws), collect specimens, EKGs/ECGs, and laboratory Point of Care Testing.
  • Collects patient health history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in EPIC.
  • Administers Injections and medications as directed by medical provider. 
  • Notes the chief complaint/reason for patient's visit.
  • Prepare equipment, examination rooms and clean instruments as directed.  
  • Assists with medical procedures and exams as needed.
  • Instructs patients on general care and medicine procedures.
  • Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
  • Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
  • Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups. 
  • Uses the Ring Central-Live Answer to answer clinical calls (department specific).
  • Responds to routine patient phone calls and MyChart messages and route to RN, ACP or Physician as needed.
  • Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
  • Takes inventory of clinic supplies and order supplies as needed.
  • Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.
  • Flexible, dependable, hardworking, be adaptable, and willing to work in a float pool position.

  

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution. 
  • Two or more years of relevant experience as a Medical Assistant.
  • Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NAHP, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, or NRMA).
     

 

 

Baylor College of Medicine requires employees to be fully vaccinated -subject to approved exemptions-against vaccine-preventable diseases including, but not limited to, COVID-19 and influenza.

 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

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Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.


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Job posting number:#7108962 (Ref:12814-en_US)
Application Deadline:Open Until Filled
Employer Location:Baylor College of Medicine
Houston,Texas
United States
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