Medical Assistant - San Benito Medical Associates

Job Description

We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join the ASAS Health team! This position emphasizes quality of care and customer service through collaboration with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for patient visits by reviewing and updating patient records.
• Maintains exam rooms according to protocols, including cleaning and stocking supplies.
• Greets patients, directs them to the appropriate exam room, and takes vital signs.
• Assists physicians or mid-level providers during examinations.
• Restocks rooms, shelves, and trays, and ensures exam rooms are clean and orderly.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills for medical histories, instructions, and documentation.
• Diplomacy and tact in patient and staff interactions.
• Basic computing and phone skills.
• Flexibility in job duties and willingness to cross-train.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Culturally sensitive and effective with ethnically diverse populations.
• Knowledge of “Universal Precautions” and professionalism.
• Confidentiality and non-disclosure adherence according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Bilingual English/Spanish and other languages preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License preferred, insurance, and travel as required.

Education

• High school Graduate (or GED) required.
• Current, valid Certification of Medical Assistant, preferred.
• Current, valid CPR certification.

Benefits

ASAS supports professional development, offering reimbursement up to $250 for certification exams and training materials for new hires without a current Medical Assistant certification.