Medical Assistant II

at  Baylor College of Medicine

SUMMARY

We are seeking a driven Medical Assistant II to join our Multiple Sclerosis group.
The candidate will perform patient care and administrative/support responsibilities in an ambulatory setting. Our department is growing, and we are looking for someone who is willing to adapt to change.

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, or AMCA).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a neurology practice.
• A professional and positive attitude with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, efficient, and strong organizational skills.
  Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs.
• Collects patient history, performs medication reconciliation and enters information in the electronic medical record.
• Notes the primary complaint/reason for patient’s visit.
• Sets up instruments and equipment for Physician.
• Administers medication under direction / order of a supervising Physician.
• Instructs Patients on general care and medical procedures.
• Maintains patient and service rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
• Schedules patient tests, procedures, and appointments.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Manages in-basket messages.
• Manages and coordinates incoming patient referrals.
• Enters orders for patient tests and obtains proper paperwork.
• Performs clerical/administrative responsibilities such as filing and/or scanning patient medical records, obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, and referral information.
• Takes inventory of clinic supplies and order supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.