Lead Medical Assistant for South Texas Surgical Group

$1000 Sign On Bonus

Summary

Medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the assessment of patient needs and health plan.


• Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record in accordance with practice’s charting policy.


• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams and medical procedures.


• Arranges for specialized consultations and appointments for testing as ordered by the physicians.

Education

Required:  High School Diploma /GED required with completion of an accredited Medical Assisting Program.

Experience

Required:  Must have a minimum of one year of experience working in a physician office.

Certification

Required:  Medical Assistant and CPR certification.

Working under the direct supervision/licensure of the physician, the Lead Medical Assistant is an integral member of the health care team and is responsible for coordinating the pre/intra/post aspects of the medical visit. Those include direct care, registration and scheduling, physician-patient communication, precertification, scanning, supervising, order medical supplies and other office-related tasks.

Education:

Required: High school diploma or GED.

Experience:

Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience.

Certifications:

Required: AHA BLS.

Physical Demands: