Job DescriptionWe are searching for a Medical Assistant (Mobile Clinic) - someone to gather information, assess and provide direct care to patients. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to render age-appropriate care.Think you have what it takes?
- Knowledge of medical terminology, medical assistant/outpatient care tasks, and customer service concepts
- Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills, and operate basic medical equipment
In addition to working with our team, you will also get the opportunity to drive our Mobile Clinic Super Kids Van; but do not worry, adequate training will be provided upon hire until you are comfortable Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Texas Driving License (active)
- Prior to hire, must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check demonstrating a clear driving record as defined by the routine driver qualifications outlined in the Texas Children's Fleet Safety Policy and Procedure.
- Must also maintain a clear driving record.
- Graduation from a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program
- BLS American Heart Association certification are required
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
- 1 yr. experience
- Pediatric vaccination experience
Responsibilities
- Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per practice protocol.
- Collects and documents vital signs, BMI, height/weight and reason for visit with 100% accuracy.
- Updates documentation to include if patient has received care at any other location since last visit.
- Documents current medications, allergies and other information in the electronic health record with 100% accuracy.
- Assists provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations and testing as directed by provider and within scope of practice.
- Completes treatments as directed by provider and within scope of practice.
- Documents all interventions per practice protocol.
- Calls in or sends electronic prescription refills as directed by provider and per practice protocol
- Participates as a member of the care team, working with each member of the team to meet goals of patient, participates in care team meetings such as daily huddle and monthly staff meetings.
- Coordinates patient care by following up on lab results, ER visits, or any part of care
- Documents administration of medication and immunizations in the medical record per practice protocol.
- Reports all medication and immunization errors to supervisor immediately after becoming aware of the error.
- Provides patient/family education as instructed by the provider or practice protocol.
- Documents such education in the electronic health record.
- Verifies provider order and patient per practice protocol.
- Collects and processes specimen according to manufacturer's instructions and using proper technique.
- Follows practice protocol in reporting and documenting results.
- Performs and documents scheduled quality control, instrument maintenance and calibration procedures according to manufacturer information.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. About UsSince 1954, Texas Children's has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children's hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S.News & World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city's Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years.Texas Children's comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Center for pediatric research; Texas Children's Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children's Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; and Texas Children's Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children's care for communities north of Houston. We have also created the nation's first HMO for children, established the largest pediatric primary care network in the country and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children's Hospital is also academically affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation.To join our community of 14,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.Texas Children's is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.