Allergy & Ent Assoc·Frisco, Texas
The Medical Assistant is responsible for patient intake, recording vital signs, and updating medical histories in the EHR system. They also handle clinical tasks such as administering medications, sterilizing instruments, and managing patient communications.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Uses communication skills with appropriate medical terminology.
Measures and records vital signs.
Interview patients while recording and updating medical information (history, chief complaint) and medications etc. into the EHR system.
Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests.
Provides patient education with regard to medications and instructions set forth by the provider to manage their health.
Prepares and administers medications with physician authorization.
Maintains supplies, equipment, stocks, and prepares the exam rooms for patients
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Check and respond to patient phone calls (communicating w/the provider on course of action and relaying to the patient).
Review and prepare requests and prior authorizations for medications.
Familiar with signs and symptoms of allergy testing systemic reactions. Familiar with emergency equipment and protocols for treatment.
Seeks immediate assistance from RN/LVN staff in dealing with emergency treatment for allergy testing patients.
Participate in all In-Service training courses
Participate in creative ways to promote patient engagement and personalize patient outreach, improving overall experience and driving authentic patient reviews.
Proactively escalates patient, workflow, or operational concerns to leadership with constructive solutions.
Promote fully electronic workflows and collaborate with leadership to reduce manual paper processes where feasible.
Maintain patient, staff and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
Provides additional support and performs other duties as assigned.
Candidates must be proficient in medical terminology and familiar with emergency protocols for allergy testing. Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and the ability to manage electronic workflows are required.
Market context
In Texas, Medical Assistant roles are commonly tied to busy outpatient, primary care, and specialty settings, so employers often look for candidates who can step into direct patient care quickly. This role is competitive because it requires both hands-on experience and the ability to administer medications within scope within 90 days, plus CPR and a high school diploma or equivalent. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your prior patient-care experience and certification readiness before applying.
Nurse Practitioner Exempt
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
Medical Assistant
