Job Description
Start Your Healthcare Career Today!
San Antonio Community Health Center is looking for enthusiastic and compassionate Entry-Level Medical Assistants to join our growing team. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training for candidates eager to enter the medical field. If you are a recent graduate or a career changer ready to make a tangible difference in patient care, we want to hear from you.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive Training: No prior experience necessary; we will train you to become a certified professional.
- Impactful Work: Play a vital role in the health and well-being of the San Antonio community.
- Supportive Environment: Work alongside experienced clinicians in a modern, state-of-the-art facility.
Apply today to take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Assist physicians and nurses with patient examinations, treatments, and procedures.
- Vitals & Intake: Measure and record patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, weight) and update medical histories.
- Administrative Duties: Manage front desk operations, schedule appointments, and verify insurance information.
- Clinical Support: Prepare examination rooms, sterilize equipment, and assist with minor procedures.
- Laboratory Tasks: Perform basic laboratory tests, including blood draws, urine analysis, and EKGs.
- Communication: Provide excellent customer service to patients and relay important information to the medical team.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or CNA) preferred but not mandatory for entry-level candidates.
- Experience: No prior medical experience required; we are looking for a willingness to learn.
- Skills: Basic computer literacy and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) is a plus.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients of all backgrounds.
- Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform repetitive tasks.
- Availability: Flexibility to work a full-time schedule, including some evenings and weekends.