Medical Assistant - Pediatrics

We are seeking Medical Assistants who are passionate about making a difference in our community. At Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC) we strive for exceptional, equitable patient care that leads to healthier communities. Our Medical Assistants perform a variety of duties, both clerical and assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a licensed medical and or licensed nursing professional. Our Medical Assistants serve our patients directly, turning our vision into a reality!

If you have the ambition and desire to work in a friendly and fun environment, LSCC is the place for you!

A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant may look like this

Obtain and document patient history, patient communication, and clinical treatment accurately and appropriately

Obtain and measure vital signs and document information on patients’ charts

and maintain examination/treatment rooms, including cleaning and sterilizing instruments, and keeping inventory of medical supplies and materials

Perform routine diagnostic and laboratory tests

And administer medications as ordered by licensed medical and/or licensed nursing staff

Explain treatment procedures to patients under the direction of licensed medical and/or licensed nursing staff

We ask our Medical Assistant to possess a minimum of

High school diploma or GED and

Completion of a Medical Assistant Program and

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross

The following experience/skills are preferred

Certification as a Medical Assistant received from a certifying body recognized by Lone Star Circle of Care in its reasonable discretion

Prior professional experience as a Medical Assistant

Previous work using electronic medical records (EMR)

Bilingual English/Spanish skills

Key Success Factors

Some key factors that will make an individual successful in this role:

The ability to problem solve

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player personality

Time management

Benefits

LSCC offers a competitive benefits package, including

Competitive salary;

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance;

LSCC paid Life insurance;

LSCC paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance;

Paid Time Off; and

403b Employee Retirement Plan