Medical Assistant - EMT Certified - Frisco

Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology of the Rockies, is now part of the AllerVie Health Network.  At AllerVie Health, our team members are unified around our mission to help patients achieve and maintain optimal health and quality of life -- free from the symptoms and suffering of allergies, asthma, and related immunological conditions. From our physician and clinical roles to our administrative and operational support roles and everything in between — we change lives for the better — giving people their lives, health, and vitality back in real, tangible ways. We live every day on mission and wake up excited to tackle new challenges and provide people with health solutions.

When you join AllerVie, you join a crucial workforce that provides meaningful care and service to our allergy patients.  We value the knowledge and experience you bring to AllerVie and we reward your efforts and dedication with a competitive compensation and benefits offering that allow you to offer your best to our patients.  These benefits include the following for full-time employees (scheduled 30 hours weekly):

• Eligible for benefits the first of the following month after date of hire
• (3) major medical plan offerings
• Dental and vision plan offerings
• Supplemental benefit offerings:  accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, short-term and long-term disability, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending and dependent care spending plans
• Company paid benefits:  $50K basic life and AD&D insurance, Teladoc plan for employee and dependents at no cost, Employee Assistance Program to include work/life balance resources and counseling
• 401k Plan with VOYA after 6 months of AllerVie employment.  Company match of 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions.  50% for the next 2% of employee contributions. 
• Generous paid time off that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays

Job Summary:

As an EMT-Certified Medical Assistant at AllerVie Health, you'll leverage your specialized training to provide crucial support in our mission to alleviate the symptoms and suffering of allergies, asthma, and related immunological conditions. Your unique skill set as an Emergency Medical Technician enhances our ability to deliver comprehensive care, ensuring patient safety and well-being. This position operates within a collaborative team environment, where your expertise in managing complex patients plays a vital role in patient care.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist care teams in obtaining comprehensive medical histories, reconciling medications, and documenting electronic medical records accurately
• Utilize EMT skills to assess vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
• Assist in caring for patients during rare emergent anaphylactic reactions
• Perform injections and administer medications under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers
• Conduct spirometry and FeNO testing, ensuring proper technique and patient coaching
• Demonstrate competency and knowledge of allergy practice, procedures, and medications, assisting with testing, diagnosis, treatment, and immunotherapy
• Provide emergency response support, including managing anaphylaxis and other acute allergic reactions
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms, ensuring adequate stock of supplies
• Communicate effectively and professionally with department leads, management, and patients while adhering to HIPAA regulations
• Provide anticipatory guidance to patients regarding visit flow and procedures.
• Document all activities accurately and promptly in the electronic medical records system
• Flexibility to travel to other clinic locations as needed for staffing requirements
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Familiarity with electronic medical records systems
• Proficient in administering injections and managing emergency situations, including anaphylaxis

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• EMT-B Certification
• 1 year of customer service/ patient care experience preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged period of being on your feet/walking
• The employee must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds

AllerVie Health is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.