About this role
Summary The Department of Medicine is seeking an competent and reliable Medical Assistant II to support our clinicians providing services to patients. This person will have primarily MAII responsibilities (performing routine patient care i.e., rooming/vitals) and scheduling for the providers. This position will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician. Main responsibilities include interviewing patient, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, manual blood pressure, weight and height) and record information on the patient electronic chart using EPIC.
The Medical Assistant, under supervision of the Clinic Nurse Supervisor (and practice providers) is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management. Candidate must possess a proactive, team-oriented attitude. Performs selected nursing and administrative duties using the principles of the team-based care of a patient-centered medical home, chronic care management models and quality improvement. It is the responsibility of this position to contribute to a patient centric and customer focused environment where the needs of the patients come first.
Job Duties Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining and documenting medical histories, chief complaints, medications, allergies, and other pertinent health information in the electronic medical record (EPIC). Perform routine clinical duties including measuring and recording vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respirations, manual blood pressure, height, weight, and oxygen saturation. Room patients and assist physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and treatments.
Assist with chronic disease management workflows, quality improvement initiatives, and population health activities. Prepare examination rooms, stock supplies, and maintain clinical equipment to ensure operational readiness. Perform point-of-care testing and collect specimens as authorized and within scope of practice. Contribute to a positive, patient-centric environment by delivering excellent customer service and addressing patient needs with professionalism and compassion. Perform additional clinical and administrative duties as assigned to support departmental and operational objective Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED and completion of a Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
- Two years of relevant experience.
- Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, AAH, AAMP, or NPS).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.
- Preferred Qualifications and Skills Organized, self-motivated, teamwork, works well under pressure, multitasking.
- Work Authorization Requirement: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
- Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.