Medical Assistant

Allergy & ENT Associates is a multi-state, physician-led team of specialized providers and dedicated staff focused on enhancing the well-being of patients living with allergy, asthma, and sinus conditions. Our mission is to empower individuals to embrace life to the fullest through personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate healthcare.

Location: 23543 Kingsland Blvd #100, Katy, TX 77494

Schedule

• Monday: 9 AM–6 PM
• Tuesday: 8:30 AM–5 PM
• Wednesday: 8:30 AM–5 PM
• Thursday: 9:30 AM–6:30 PM
• Friday: 7:30 AM–3 PM
• Occasional overtime and/or travel to other clinics may be required

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Life insurance
• PTO & Holidays
• Short- & Long-Term Disability

Responsibilities

Front desk reception

• Answers phones and schedules appointments
• Greets patients with a smile, assists with completion of registration forms, and provides instructions
• Processes, codes, and completes insurance claim forms
• Uses communication skills with appropriate medical terminology

Clinical

• Measures and records vital signs
• Interviews patients while recording and updating medical information (history, chief complaint, and medications) into the EHR
• Prepares patients for examinations and performs routine screening tests
• Provides patient education regarding 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 exam room for patients
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments
• Checks and responds to patient phone calls (communicating with the provider on course of action and relaying to the patient)
• Reviews and prepares requests and prior authorizations for medications

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or comparable experience
• One year of medical office experience preferred
• Current CPR certification required
• Medical Assistant Certification a plus
• Must be self-directed and able to work independently
• Attention to detail is essential
• Professional, calm, and courteous demeanor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills

• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Safety and Confidentiality: Follows OSHA regulations, safety guidelines, and HIPAA policies; respects and maintains patient confidentiality; uses CPR skills when necessary
• Organization: Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities; methodical and efficient in structuring tasks
• Professional Maturity: Ability to separate emotional feelings from real issues; objectively challenges beliefs and biases
• Time Management: Manages own time and others’ time; shifts between multiple activities or sources of information
• Active Listening: Gives full attention to others, understands points being made, asks questions appropriately, and avoids interrupting
• Interpersonal Communication: Writes and speaks effectively based on situational dynamics; actively listens, verifies understanding, and uses tact when delivering feedback

Physical Demands

• Anticipate lifting 20-25 pounds daily; occasional lifting of 40-50 pounds may be required
• Sufficient manual dexterity to safely perform various skills and techniques
• Substantial repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers
• May be exposed to acutely ill patients, communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and airborne allergens used during skin testing and immunotherapy

Work Environment

• Well-lighted, heated, and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation
• Moderate noise (e.g., business office with computers and printers, light traffic)