Medical Assistant / Northwest Physicians Group Specialty Clinic / FT
Northwest Texas Healthcare System, Amarillo, TX, United States
About Northwest Physicians Group
Northwest Physicians Group was formed in 2013 with a focus on population health management. The group has grown to a network of over 40 providers serving patients at numerous primary, specialty and urgent care locations in Amarillo, Texas.
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, including assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (pulse, rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height), venipuncture and other procedures directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. The MA prepares treatment rooms for examination and assists in covering the front desk as required.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Medical Assistant certificate required or must obtain certification within six months of employment
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date and maintain certification throughout employment
Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
Familiarity with medical terminology
Experience with patient check‑in and check‑out process (according to clinic protocol)
General medical office procedures
Understand end‑of‑day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Northwest Physicians Group was formed in 2013 with a focus on population health management. The group has grown to a network of over 40 providers serving patients at numerous primary, specialty and urgent care locations in Amarillo, Texas.
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for performing a wide variety of patient care duties, including assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Responsibilities include interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (pulse, rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, height), venipuncture and other procedures directed by the physician within the scope of practice in the State. Documentation is recorded in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with IPM guidelines. The MA prepares treatment rooms for examination and assists in covering the front desk as required.
Benefits
Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required
Medical Assistant certificate required or must obtain certification within six months of employment
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start date and maintain certification throughout employment
Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion and/or one year experience as a Medical Assistant
Familiarity with medical terminology
Experience with patient check‑in and check‑out process (according to clinic protocol)
General medical office procedures
Understand end‑of‑day cash balancing and charge reconciliation process (according to clinic protocol)
Proficiency in basic computer programs and operating systems, such as Microsoft Office
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Must be able to perform courteously and professionally in all interactions
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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