Medical Assistant Bilingual - Pasadena (Family Med)

Benefits Paid Time Off & Paid Company HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision & Life InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)403(b) Retirement Plan with Company MatchShort-Term & Long-Term Disability$0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits$0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy PharmaciesTravel Insurance & Pet InsuranceSubsidized Gym MembershipAnd much more! Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer! Location: Legacy Pasadena Southmore - 1951 Southmore Ave, Pasadena, TX 77502 Medical Assistant Bilingual - Pasadena (Family Med) - Job Overview Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM) As a Bilingual Family Medicine Medical Assistant, you will be an essential part of a collaborative primary care team, helping providers deliver compassionate, timely, and whole-person care. Your support during examinations, minor office procedures, laboratory services, and patient education will help create a welcoming, respectful experience for every patient and family we serve. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in community healthcare while building trusted relationships with patients, providers, and fellow team members. Working within a team-based medical home, you will help advance culturally sensitive, language-appropriate care, continuity, prevention, and patient empowerment through self-management education. Role Highlights Assist providers with examinations and minor office proceduresSupport phlebotomy, specimen processing, injections, medications, and other diagnostic servicesHelp maintain clean, safe, well-stocked examination rooms and properly functioning equipmentCollaborate closely with a multidisciplinary primary care medical home teamBuild meaningful patient connections through respectful communication and responsive supportContribute to quality improvement, safety, OSHA compliance, and the ongoing success of the department Your Impact and Growth Your work will help providers stay focused on patient care while ensuring clinical processes remain organized, safe, and compassionate. Through collaboration, required education, and hands-on experience, you will have opportunities to strengthen your healthcare skills and grow alongside a supportive team committed to improving access and outcomes in the community. Make a direct difference in the patient and family experienceSupport timely, preventive, culturally sensitive, and whole-person careDevelop your skills through required training and practical clinical experienceBe part of a respectful team environment where your contribution matters Key Responsibilities Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and heightRecord patients' medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in medical recordsCollect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens; log and document specimens; and prepare them for testingAssist physicians in examining and treating patients by handing them instruments and materialsGive injections and remove sutures as directedPrepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, including cleaning and restockingClean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated suppliesProvide phone consultation with clients regarding test results and health concernsProcess blood and other specimens, ensuring all specimens are properly labeled and packaged for lab pickupPerform phlebotomy and other diagnostic tests as neededAdminister oral, intramuscular, SubQ, and topical medications as orderedEnsure proper documentation of patient careMaintain exam room supplies, check stock for expired dates, and change sharps containers and biohazard waste as neededAssist with programs such as the Hazard Communication and Accident Prevention plans associated with OSHA complianceParticipate in the Performance Improvement ProgramDemonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environmentPromote effective working relationships and work effectively as part of a team to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectivesWork within the context of a primary care medical home, applying a team-based approach to care while partnering with patients and families to promote timely access to care, culturally sensitive and language-appropriate care, continuity of care, and whole-person improvement through appropriate self-management educationAttend all required safety training programs and remain knowledgeable about responsibilities related to general safety, department or service safety, and specific job-related hazardsOperate assigned equipment and perform all procedures safely as instructedMaintain the work area and equipment according to Legacy and government policies and requirementsDemonstrate proper body mechanics in all functionsCheck the patient environment and equipment to ensure safetyReport safety concerns promptly to appropriate personnelFollow Legacy’s exposure control plans for blood-borne and airborne pathogensDemonstrate knowledge of techniques, procedures, and correct use of protective barrier equipment and Universal PrecautionsEnsure a safe environment by instituting appropriate control measuresAttend annual education programsPerform other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent requiredBLS/CPR Certification required Required Years Of Experience Up to one year experience Desirable Education And/or Experience Up to three years’ experience Required Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Excellent communication skills and customer service skillsBasic front desk, clerical or healthcare support specialist skills/experienceAbility to work with clinical staff, works well under pressure, and multitask within a multidisciplinary teamCommitment to the concepts of preventive health care and team approach to health care deliveryExperience working with computersExperience with Microsoft Office applicationsBilingual English/Spanish required Desirable Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Phlebotomy skills preferredExperience with electronic medical records, preferred About Legacy Community Health The largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has delivered affordable, high-quality care for nearly 40 years across 50+ clinics in Greater Houston and the Gulf Coast. Our mission — driving healthy change in our communities — guides everything we do, and it starts with our people. Approachable & Collaborative — Leads with humility, values diverse perspectives, and builds trust through teamwork. Driven & Committed — Takes initiative and goes the extra mile to improve patient outcomes and drive continuous improvement. Thoughtful Communicators — Pairs clinical/technical skill with emotional intelligence, navigating complex situations with empathy and professionalism.