Certified Medical Assistant

DAWSON

. Answer phones and professionally greet and receive patients .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeSan Antonio • Texas • United StatesJunior💰 $45,000 - $50,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient data management, appointment scheduling, and medical terminology while ensuring compliance with clinic procedures and standards. Proficient in using electronic health record systems and maintaining accurate patient records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationExperience with CHCSKnowledge of Medical TerminologyPatient Eligibility Verification in DEERS

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Hard Skills

Patient Data ManagementAppointment SchedulingMedical Record MaintenanceInsurance Documentation HandlingElectronic Health Record Management

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationPatient InteractionAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

CHCSGenesisAHLTAMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookHAIMSTOLSM

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant CertificationBasic Life Support Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient EligibilityClinic ProceduresMedical TerminologyPerformance Improvement AuditsTri-Care On-Line Secure Messaging

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Answer phones and professionally greet and receive patients
Verify patient eligibility in DEERS using two forms of identification
Verify appointments and enter patient data into CHCS and/or Genesis
Process appointments, cancellations, follow-ups, end-of-date processing, enrollment verification, and patient-file updates
Handle insurance, third-party liability, and related documentation
Book and schedule appointments using medical terminology, clinic procedures, and appointment templates
Conduct electronic health record end-of-day closure and resolve discrepancies
Assist patients requesting unscheduled examinations and determine appropriate disposition
Instruct patients on data intake, registration, and Tri-Care On-Line Secure Messaging
Prepare and maintain patient records, charts, forms, and documentation in HAIMS and TOLSM
File examination and test results in patient medical records
Assemble and mail patient-care notifications
Compile workload data and support reconciliation
Assist with performance improvement audits and time analysis
Establish clinic appointment schedules, create provider templates, and monitor or change appointment categories
Screen patient records for accuracy and medical readiness status

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certificate; graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES, or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces
Current certification as a medical assistant by the American Association of Medical Assistants or current registration by the American Medical Technologists
Basic Life Support certification
One year of experience as a Medical Assistant after graduation
Knowledge of medical terminology and clinic standard operating procedures
Experience with CHCS, AHLTA, Genesis, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook
Ability to verify patient eligibility in DEERS using two forms of identification
Ability to work rotating scheduled hours and/or locations as mission requirements dictate

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) program with employer match
Paid vacation and sick leave
Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible work environment
Voluntary critical illness coverage
Accident insurance
Identity theft coverage
Pet insurance