Medical Assistant

About the role

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is hiring a Medical Assistant to work under the general supervision of a physician and/or nurse and provide clinical support in the delivery of safe, efficient and patient-centered care. The position is full-time and salary is commensurate with education, skills and relevant experience.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare exam and treatment rooms by keeping them clean, stocked and equipped with functioning equipment
• Greet, escort and room patients while supporting efficient patient flow
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical history updates, medication information and other patient data in the electronic health record
• Prepare patients for examinations, procedures and treatments
• Assist medical practitioners and nursing staff with examinations, procedures and treatments within scope of practice
• Perform clinical procedures and screenings such as specimen collection and processing according to protocols
• Provide patient education and reinforce instructions, documenting it in the electronic health record
• Coordinate patient care activities such as referrals, diagnostic testing and follow-up appointments
• Complete accurate documentation, verify or witness consents and authorizations, and report safety concerns
• Maintain clinical supply inventory and take part in training, quality improvement and professional development
• Assist in onboarding and training new employees as a preceptor

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One year of patient care experience in a healthcare setting, or completion of a Medical Assistant, EMT or Paramedic training program
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification accredited by the AHA or ARC by the first day of employment
• The position is security-sensitive and subject to a criminal history check

What we offer

• PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employees only
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare with no copay
• Paid time off and paid parental leave benefit
• Retirement programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Wellness programs and tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer