Medical Assistant/NCT

What We Are Looking For

NextCare Urgent Care is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Medical Assistant who has or is interested in obtaining their Non-Certified Technician (NCT) certification. The ideal candidate should enjoy a fast-paced setting and thrive in a team environment, prioritizing both patients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiology duties within the scope of practice as outlined in NextCare Policies and Procedures, and state-appropriate Radiation Rules and Regulations.
• Assists providers with exams (including patient vitals), procedures, and other direct patient care tasks under direct supervision of the Provider.
• Administers medications according to policy and Provider direction, adhering to all safety protocols and procedures.
• Maintains responsibility for urine collection for various tests, including employer drug screens.
• Conducts splinting and casting as needed.
• Performs various types of physicals, such as sports physicals.
• Handles wound care and oxygen administration as required.
• Notifies the on-duty provider promptly of any unusual patient occurrences, including medication events, using an incident report.
• Promptly informs the Clinic Manager of any patient or employee safety concerns.
• Fulfills other related duties as directed by Company policy.

How You Will Make An Impact

The Radiology Technologist at NextCare plays a crucial role in supporting the organization by providing excellent customer service and ensuring all patients receive respectful and dignified care. They also contribute to the urgent care setting by meeting the specific needs of each patient.

Essential Education, Experience & Skills

• Education: Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent; AND completed an APPROVED (accredited) Medical Assistant training program. OR completed an UNAPPROVED (non-accredited) Medical Assistant training program AND obtained a National Certification through one of the following: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), or NHA (CCMA).
• Licensure for NCT: Active and current NCT license issued by the Texas Medical Board.
• Certification: Current healthcare professional-level CPR certification issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, American Safety Health Institute, or National Safety Benefits.
• Experience: Minimum of one year of supervised work experience as a Medical Assistant, or 2000 hours of supervised work experience.

Benefits

• Medical, health savings account, dental, vision, basic life, voluntary employee/spouse/child life, long-term disability, short-term disability, employee assistance program, critical illness, accident, legal, identity theft, and paid time off.
• 401(k) Plan benefits available to all employees.
• Shift differential benefits for select positions.