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PRN Medical Assistant (Corpus Christi/Rockport)

Aspire Allergy & Sinus, Corpus Christi, TX, United States


Description
Join our clinical staff as an essential Aspire Allergy Medical Assistant and contribute to our mission of curing patients with allergy, asthma, and sinus problems. You'll be administering allergy tests and injections, providing exceptional support during in-office procedures, and assisting with front-office administrative tasks. Help us deliver an extraordinary patient experience from start to finish!

Department
Clinical Support

Location
Corpus Christi, TX

Clinic Locations
Corpus Christi: 5826 Esplanade Dr. Suite 304A, Corpus Christi, TX 78414

Rockport: 400 Enterprise Blvd, Rockport, TX 78382

Clinic Schedule & Hours
This is a PRN (as-needed) position supporting clinics in the Corpus Christi and Rockport areas. Scheduling may occur Monday through Friday, with hours varying based on clinic demand. Coverage is most commonly needed on Mondays and Thursdays, with the potential for additional days as needed. When scheduled, this role requires availability from 7:50 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Clinic operating hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

What You'll Be Doing

Escorting patients to exam room; obtaining vitals, past/present medical history, and current medication list

Effectively communicating allergy testing and treatment protocols to patients

Administering subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular injections

Conducting thorough and accurate spirometry testing

Performing all testing and treatment in accordance with Aspire Allergy’s protocols and safety measures

Navigating EHR system to record accurate patient health information

Serving patients & visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing them appropriately

Assisting in answering incoming and outgoing phone calls and providing accurate information

Tracking clinical inventory and resupply when needed

Ensuring all of end of day reports and logs are accurate and complete

Following all HIPAA rules and regulations including confidentiality of patient information

Adhering to Aspire Allergy’s protocols and safety measures

Adhering to OSHA requirements including universal precautions and sharps disposal guidelines

Willingness to be cross‑trained in a variety of both front and back‑office duties to provide full cycle clinic support. Front office duties include, but are not limited to:

Proficiency in the Practice Management side of our Electronic Health Record.

Obtaining CT authorizations.

Scanning patient documents and medical records and attaching them to charts.

Checking patients in, including obtaining correct information such as demographics, PCP, contact and insurance information.

Checking patients out, including taking payment.

Communicating an Out of Pocket Max for a patient.

Sending End of Day emails to appropriate parties.

Scheduling patient appointments.

Enrolling patients in treatment of choice.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of medical terminology

Exceptional customer service skills

Effective and clear communication skills

Ability to administer subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular injections

Manual vital signs measurement

Ability to maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public

Ability to react calmly and effectively in a difficult or emergent situation

Capabilities for prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, balance with full range of body motion including handling and lifting up to 20 lbs

Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer/keyboard at 50 wpm, calculator, telephone, copier, and fax

Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel between clinics

Required education and experience

Valid driver's license

Preferred education and experience

Completed Medical Assistant Program or Degree

1+ Years of Medical Assistant Experience

1+ Years of Medical Receptionist Experience

Medical Assistant Certificate, vocational nurse license or related experience

Current CPR Certification

What Benefits do we offer Aspire Employees?

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.

Generous Paid Time Off and 10 Paid Holidays.

Free Allergy Testing and Discounted Treatments.

401(k) + Generous Employer Match.

Employee rewards program.

+ More.

Aspire Allergy & Sinus is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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