Company Overview
Nova Bariatrics and Minimally Invasive Surgery is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team. Nova Bariatrics understands our patients’ goals in weight loss and treating obesity, which is why we aim to use our experience and expertise to help patients who have struggled to achieve significant weight loss. We strive to provide a workplace where everyone is valued and given opportunities to grow their skills while prioritizing building relationships with patients. Our culture is one filled with compassion, patience, and confidence where we strive for success in everything we do.
Job Description
The Medical Assistant (MA) performs administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a licensed healthcare provider. The MA prepares the patient for time spent with the physician by reviewing history and reconciling medications. Medical Assistants may administer injections, perform diagnostic testing, measure vital signs, and other clinical duties within the scope of their certification.
Essential Skills and Functions
- Prepares patients for exam by taking vitals and updating health information within the EMR
- Reviews medication history to include PMP reporting as appropriate
- Prepares exam room for procedures with appropriate equipment and supplies
- Adheres to Universal Health Precautions.
- Assists physician exams, tests, and/or procedures as required
- Administer injections as ordered by physician
- Maintains equipment sterilization procedures
- Assist in answering phones and scheduling appointments.
- Manages physician-authorized medication refills
- Other tasks as necessitated by business needs
- Possible travel between locations as needed
Qualifications
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Empathetic to patient’s needs and concerns.
- Highly motivated and organized.
- Ability to work independently and prioritize daily tasks.
- Experience with basic desktop software, medical practice management, and electronic medical record systems (eClinical Works is a plus)
- Fluent in English
- Excel under pressure with attention to detail
- Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA rules and regulations.
Years of Experience
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Medical Assistant, surgical specialty experience is a plus
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent, some college preferred
- Valid certification as a Medical Assistant
- Valid CPR certification
Job Type
Salary
- Starting at $18.00 per hour
Schedule
- 8-hour shift, Monday through Friday
- Ability to commute/relocate to Irving, TX 75063: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Benefits
- Healthcare stipend
- Paid Time Off
Work Location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
Medical specialties:
- Bariatrics
- Medical-Surgical
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
Experience:
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
- Medical office: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Irving, TX 75063: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person