Summary

Temporary position, the assignment may last approximately 3 months. This position is not eligible for benefits.
 

The Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas is seeking a temporary medical assistant who possesses a basic general knowledge of medical assisting work. Performs patient care responsibilities and provides clerical/administrative support in a clinical setting.
 

Job Duties

• Notes the primary complaint/reason for the patient's visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for physician.
• Assists with procedures as needed.
• Administers medication under the direction of a supervising Physician.
• Instructs Patients on general care and medical 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.
• Responds to routine patient phone calls and My Chart messages and route to RN, ACP, or MD as needed.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, and obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and orders supplies as needed.
• Sorts and distributes clinic mail and medical records to the appropriate clinic personnel.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NAHP, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, or NRMA). New employees who are not currently certified, must obtain certification within six months of employment.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.