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Medical Assistant (MA)

Tenet Health · Employer

Family Medicine San Antonio, TX Full-time Clinic
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Baptist Medical Network in San Antonio, Texas is recruiting a Medical Assistant (MA) to support a busy physician practice office within a regional health system that spans 12 counties across South Texas. This is a direct patient-care role working alongside physicians and clinical staff to deliver high-quality, compassionate ambulatory care. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is available for new hires, and the position comes with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support long-term career growth and work-life balance.

Perks and Benefits

  • $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance

Practice Highlights

  • Medical office setting within Baptist Medical Network, a multi-specialty physician organization serving 12 counties across South Texas
  • Direct patient care responsibilities: vital signs, patient history, medication reconciliation, visual acuity assessment, and chief complaint documentation
  • Administers oral medications and performs intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections
  • Performs venipuncture and both CLIA-Waived and non-CLIA-Waived laboratory testing
  • Prepares equipment and assists physicians during medical treatments, exams, and procedures
  • Coordinates specialized consultations, referral scheduling, and insurance pre-certification for ordered surgeries and diagnostic tests
  • Supports front-desk operations including phone management, appointment scheduling, patient check-out, and referral processing
  • Maintains exam room cleanliness, instrument sterilization and storage, and daily supply inventory in accordance with practice protocols
  • Completes all clinical documentation in the patient medical record per practice charting policy

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited program, OR a current Medical Assistant certification, OR a minimum of three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare setting
  • CPR certification required
  • Formal Medical Assistant certification preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to perform clinical tasks including injections, venipuncture, and point-of-care laboratory testing

About the Community

San Antonio is the second-largest city in Texas and one of the fastest-growing metros in the United States, offering an exceptional combination of affordability, culture, and quality of life. The city is home to a rich cultural heritage, a vibrant culinary and arts scene, the River Walk, and major attractions including the historic Alamo. Outdoor recreation, top-rated school districts, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country make San Antonio an attractive destination for healthcare professionals at any stage of their career.