Medical Assistant, GI

Medical Assistant GIDepartment: GILocation: Dallas, TXShift: Full Time, DaysJob Type: On-SiteWhy Children's Health?At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.Summary: This position is responsible for delivering a range of outpatient care services and supporting clinical workflows to ensure efficient and high-quality patient experiences. Key responsibilities include:Preparing patients for clinic visits by completing intake documentation, recording vital signs, measuring height and weight, and rooming patients.Assisting with examinations, treatments and procedures.Collecting laboratory specimens and performing point-of-care testing.Administering designated immunization/vaccines and medications under physician delegation.Patient registration, appointment scheduling, and financial transactions.Managing insurance authorizations and referral processes for assigned clinics.Collecting payments and conducting insurance screenings to determine the need for financial counseling.This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced outpatient environment.Responsibilities:* ALL MEDICAL ACTS PERFORMED BY A MEDICAL ASSISTANT ARE PURSUANT TO DELEGATION BY AND UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A PHYSICIAN. THE DELEGATING PHYSICIAN REMAINS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MEDICAL ACTS OF THE MEDICAL ASSISTANT PERFORMING THOSE ACTS. Subject to this delegation requirement, the following job specific responsibilities apply:Escorts patient to treatments, exams, and procedures.Prepare patients for examinations, treatments and procedures by gathering patient data regarding condition; vital signs, biometrics and document in EHR.Obtain past medical history and history of current illness/condition.Perform point of care testing as ordered.Obtain specimens from patients through nasal, throat, skin and cheek swabs, urine specimens and, with additional training, venipuncture and capillary collection (blood), from patients. Facilitate transport of specimens.Prepare the clinic area by stocking examination rooms with appropriate medical supplies, disposing of medical waste properly, and cleaning and maintaining laboratory and examination equipment.Cleans and maintains examination rooms between patients.Provide patients and families pre-printed instructions and educational material, as directed by Physician or other Provider.Perform normal lab, imaging and pathology results via phone or letter to patient and families at the request and direction of Physician or other Provider.May respond to inbound interactions utilizing EHR to schedule and confirm patient appointments, registrations, and inquiries following established protocols to ensure patient safety and data integrity.May perform front desk support including answering telephones, scheduling appointments, check-in and check-out procedures, collection and cash reconciliation; conducts reports following established protocols to ensure patient safety and optimize the revenue cycle.Submit to and pass external background check processes as required per vendor or funder requirementsHow You'll Be Successful:WORK EXPERIENCE Less than 1 year Medical Assistants hired before 4/1/2026 must have a minimum 6 months experience in a patient care setting or completion of MA program Required Effective 4/1/26, 6 months experience in a patient care setting preferred for new employees Preferred EDUCATION High School Equivalent (GED) Essential High School Essential Medical Assistants hired before 4/1/26 or acquired from a merger/acquisition must have a high school diploma or equivalent Required Training/Hours Essential Effective 4/1/2026, new employees must have graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program. Medical Assistants hired from a merger/acquisition require 6 months experience in patient care setting in lieu of the medical assistant program LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Basic Life Support-2R-BLS Essential Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements - Time Frame: 60 Days JOB PROFILE Applies basic technical skills and knowledge of operational processes to perform straightforward and routine activities Understands how the assigned duties integrate with others in the team Depends on direct supervision to accomplish assigned tasks; accountable for developing own self to enhance contribution Uses standard operating procedures to guide own work and solve standard problems; escalates unfamiliar or difficult problems to a more experienced colleagues Responsible for the accuracy of own work Works within clearly defined standard operating procedures or methods and adheres to established quality guidelines Recognizes opportunities to provide good customer service and demonstrates courtesy in all interactions; effectively exchanges straightforward information ADDITIONAL LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS: Effective April 1, 2026, new employees must have one of the following Medical Assistant Certifications (MAC): Nat Cert Med Asst (NCMA) from NCCT, Cert Med Asst (CMA) from AAMA, Cert Cln Med Asst (CCMA) from NHA, Reg Med Asst (RMA) from AMT, AAMP or AAH, Nat Reg Cert Med Asst (NRCMA) from NAHP, or Cln Med Asst Cert (CMAC) from AMCA. - Time Frame: 180 Days within 180 Days Required|Medical Assistants hired before April 1, 2026 or acquired from a merger/acquisition, MA certificate acquired through an accredited program. PreferredA Place Where You BelongWe put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.Holistic Benefits How We'll Care for You: Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years. 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks) Caregiver Leave Adoption and surrogacy reimbursementAs an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.