Medical Assistant

Medical Center Health System Odessa, TX, US

Position Summary

The MA assists the physician and mid-level practitioners in providing quality care as delegated. Under general supervision in an outpatient clinical setting, provides initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services. Assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature, as dictated by established clinical protocol.

Education

High School graduate or equivalent. Must have certificate of completion from an accredited medical assistant program.

Training And Experience

Minimum of six months experience working as a MA preferred; one year of experience in an ambulatory setting preferred. Bilingual abilities desirable but, not mandatory. Current BLS Certification required through the American Heart Association.

Unusual Physical Demands And Working Conditions

Ability to perform:

Heavy lifting
Sustained standing and walking
Work under stress
Varied work hours and shifts

May encounter exposure to infectious diseases.

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