Texashealthaction

Texashealthaction

Medical Assistant (Central Austin)

Austin, Texas, United States

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 63 days ago
ExpressComplianceAccessibilityHIPAAPatient CareCommunicationTime ManagementMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Bolstered by Waterloo Counseling Center and a passionate team of over 250 dedicated employees and volunteers, THA is at the forefront of promoting healthcare equity and accessibility throughout the state.
  • Read more about THA here: http://texashealthaction.org.
  • This position is based at Kind Clinic Central Austin; however, Medical Assistants may be cross-trained and periodically asked to provide coverage at other Austin-area Kind Clinic locations based on operational and patient care needs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.
  • Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.

Requirements

  • Individual must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
  • Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic; ability to handle interruptions often and be able to move from one task to another.

Nice to have

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must be obtained before hire date.
  • Texas Phlebotomy Certification required within 2 days of hire (if not current at time of hire).
  • 2+ years direct patient care experience.
  • Working knowledge of infection control and universal precautions.
  • Familiarity with a CLIA-waived laboratory testing a strong plus.
  • Experience with LGBTQIA+ and/or other marginalized communities a strong plus.
  • Microsoft Office Skills with an ability to become familiar with company specific programs or software.

Equal opportunity

  • Texas Health Action is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.
  • We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

This listing is sourced directly from Texashealthaction's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.