**BSW Legacy Heart Ctr Plano**

**6601 Preston Rd, Plano, 75024**

**7:30-5pm**

**JOB SUMMARY**

The Medical Assistant helps doctors by providing different patient care services and carrying out some medical procedures that have been assigned to them. They have a range of tasks related to patient care, including maintaining medical records, giving medications and injections, and measuring vital signs.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE**

Helps in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.

Prepares rooms for patient examinations. Cleans rooms before and after procedures. Disinfects equipment and restocks supplies.

Helps and accompanies patients from waiting room and prepares patients for examination.

The job involves interviewing patients and recording their information in medical records. It also includes collecting all necessary medical data to help the doctor know the patient's needs. Also, the job requires ensuring that all charts and forms are prepared for the doctor's appointments.

This position involves taking and recording important information about patients. This includes measuring and recording their pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height. Also, this role involves preparing patients for various medical procedures, tests, and x-rays.

Performs regular patient tests, collects and processes electrocardiograms, and gathers and processes blood specimens and urine samples.

Administers routine medications, injections, and vaccinations as directed by a Physician, excluding controlled substances. Observes and reports any negative reactions.

**KEY SUCCESS FACTORS**

Ability to correctly record patient information following organization rules. Familiarity with HIPPA rules.

The ability to observe and report any physical concerns in patients to the nurse or healthcare provider.

Knowledge of medical terminology.

We need someone with great people skills who can make patients feel comfortable and relaxed. You should have a friendly and approachable demeanor.

Ability to take instruction from a doctor.

Familiarity with medical charts and records.

High attention to detail.

**BENEFITS**

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

**QUALIFICATIONS**

EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.