Medical Assistant at Principle Health Systems – Pasadena, Texas

MEDICAL ASSISTANT I

• Obtain and record patient medical histories, vitals, test results and other information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality.
• Verify patient information by interviewing patient and confirming purpose of visit.
• Prepare notes for providers.
• Complete records by recording patient examination, treatment and test results in the EMR.
• Prepare treatment rooms and ensure supplies are ready, order more when necessary.
• Assist practitioners with medical procedures, examinations and other patient care.
• Counsel patients by transmitting physician’s orders and questions about procedures
• Educate patients by providing medication and diet information and instructions; answer questions.
• Coordinating the daily administrative activities, including scheduling, and patient medical record maintenance.
• Updating and scanning patients' medical records, filling out insurance forms, handling correspondence, scheduling appointments as necessary for medication refills.
• Ensuring compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.

• One to two years of experience in a medical setting.
• Have high school diploma, or equivalent.
• A basic understanding of patient care, medical terminology, coding procedures, reference tools, and appropriate clinical pharmacology for medical assistant practice scope.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical health care record systems.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact hradmin@principlehs.com.