Medical Assistant II

Prairie View A&M University, Health Services, Prairie View, Texas, Staff

The Medical Assistant II, under general supervision, works under the direction of the health care provider. Assists in the delivery of patient care and promotes the safety and well-being of all patients. Oversees the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms and monitors patient care rooms and nurses' stations.

Responsibilities:

• Transfers patients from reception to patient care areas. Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse respiration, and obtains height and weight. Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information and other activities in the electronic medical records.
• Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and provides basic patient education. Performs basic procedures including, but not limited to: injections, vision screening, auditory exams, ear lavage, EKG, minor wound care, nebulizer treatments, throat swabs, fitting ortho slings, splints, and braces.
• Assists and/or chaperones physician during exams or procedures, transfers specimen collection, and documents testing and lab results in medical records. Serves as a liaison between patients and providers. Prepares and administers injections and dispenses medication as directed by the physician.
• Oversees and ensures the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent the spread of infection in patient-care areas.
• Monitors the stocking of patient care rooms and nurses' stations to ensure supplies are on hand as needed for patient care.
• Updates patients' health information in electronic medical records. Assists providers in the maintenance of electronic medical records.
• Draws blood and collects blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the supervisor or healthcare provider(s).
• Performs office projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Fills in for others and performs other duties as assigned to assist other team members.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of related experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Current Medical Assistant license or certification.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to lift moderately heavy objects.
• Ability to exert heavy force.

Job Posting Close Date: 10/07/2025

Required Attachments:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted.

Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.