Methodist Health System

Medical Assistant/Patient Representative


PayCompetitive
LocationGrand Prairie/Texas
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: JR1000026319

      Hours of Work :

      8am-5pm

      Days Of Week :

      Mon-Fri

      Work Shift :

      Job Description :

      Your Job:

      The Medical Assistant Patient Representative professional is responsible for all aspects of being the representative for the Patient. Supports and promotes the vision, mission, and strategic plans of Methodist Health System.

      Your Job Requirements:


      • Graduation from an accredited program for medical assistants.
      • National/Registered Medical Assistant Certification or obtained certification within 90 days of hire date
      • Valid Basic Life Support Certification
      • 2 or more years of professional medical assisting in a practice setting preferred.
      • Strong proficiency using Microsoft Office products
      • Strong oral and written communication skills
      • Demonstrated capability to interface and maintain effective relationships with all departments and employees in a team-oriented environment

      Your Job Responsibilities:

      • Communicate clearly and openly
      • Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
      • Be accountable for your performance
      • Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
      • Take initiative for your professional growth
      • Be engaged and eager to build a winning team
      • Maintains strict patient confidentiality, and will use complete discretion when discussing patient information.
      • Assists physicians in providing nursing care to patients in accordance with clinic policies and procedures.
      • Takes patient history and vitals.
      • Conforms to OSHA Regulations and Precautions
      • Demonstrates an extensive working knowledge and practice of infection control procedures.
      • Assist in Rx refills via Fax, E-Rx or phone calls and updating in the patient medication module
      • Responsible for unpacking and maintaining medical supplies and vaccines and keeping supply closet organized.
      • On a monthly bases check for expired medication. Keeping appropriate documentation and disposal.
      • Prepare FMLA forms and various documents that come in for physician review and signature. IE: Home health, prescription pre certs

      Methodist Medical Group is the North Texas physician organization affiliated with Methodist Health System. Our fast-growing network of providers includes more than 60 healthcare clinics, an urgent care clinic, and a virtual care service known as MethodistNOW. Our employees enjoy not only competitive salaries but also the outstanding benefits package of Methodist Health System, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; a matched retirement plan; an employee wellness program; and more. The opportunities for career growth are equally generous. Our affiliation means being part of an award-winning workplace:

      • 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
      • Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
      • Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
  • About the company

      Methodist Health System is a renowned network of acute-care and teaching hospitals and medical centers in North TX and Dallas. We treat patients like family.