Medical Assistant (32890) at Clay Consulting, LLC in San Antonio, TX 78230

Job description

• Salary Range
• $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly
• Position Type
• Full Time
• Travel Percentage
• 10%
• Are you a compassionate professional ready to turn your clinical expertise into meaningful impact?
• Join us at Clay Consulting in Austin, TX, as a Medical Assistant and help support our nation’s veterans!
• In this role, you’ll merge hands-on care with administrative precision, making a real difference in the lives of those who’ve served. Step into a purpose-driven career where your work truly matters.
• Hours: Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm CST
• Location: 11550 W IH 10 #350, San Antonio, TX 78230
• As a Medical Assistant at Clay Consulting, you will have a crucial role in supporting the efficient operation of the clinic by providing administrative and clinical support. You will support healthcare providers and claimants through a variety of tasks related to VA Claim Exams (C&P Exams). Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in medical procedures are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain comprehensive medical histories, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is recorded.
• Prepare clinical charts and conduct Medical Opinion (IMO) research prior to the claimant's appointment to facilitate efficient healthcare service delivery.
• Update and maintain medical records and billing reports, adhering to relevant privacy and confidentiality regulations.
• Prepare and sanitize exam rooms and medical instruments to ensure a hygienic and safe environment for claimants and healthcare providers.
• Escort and guide claimants to examination rooms, assisting with their needs during the visit.
• Send all ordered diagnostics to appropriate facilities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of test samples and results.
• Obtain and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight, using appropriate medical equipment.
• Collaborate with the Supervisor to ensure the clinic operates smoothly and adheres to the schedule for timely patient care.
• Perform blood drawings to obtain blood specimens for diagnostic purposes.
• Conduct Electrocardiograms (EKG), Pulmonary Function Tests (PFT), and Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) as directed by healthcare providers.
• Assist with prescreening visitors and ensuring proper check-in/check-out procedures for veterans using the Patient Scheduling (PracticeSuite) system.
• Comply with Infection Control policies and guidelines, maintaining general housekeeping protocols to promote a safe clinical environment.
• Operate office equipment, including fax machines, printers, scanners, copiers, and answer phones, maintaining proper communication channels.
• Assist in inventory management and supply ordering.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effectively interacting with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Strong organizational skills to manage medical records, appointments, and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in medical procedures, such as phlebotomy, EKGs, and PFTs.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in recording medical histories and vital signs.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to comprehend and follow healthcare provider instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Adherence to privacy regulations and ethical standards for maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Minimum typing speed 45 to 60 WPM
• Strong familiarity with Office 365
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy is mandatory
• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant or in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or relevant certification is preferred.

Skills

Required

• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Adherence to privacy regulations
• Minimum typing speed 45 to 60 WPM
• Strong familiarity with Office 365