Medical Assistant (Certified) - Primary Care (Bellaire)

About the role

The Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position at Houston Methodist Primary Care Group is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or administrative leadership. This role also includes assisting with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. Additionally, the MA position performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas
• Assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes
• Performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures
• Participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant
• Schedules patient appointments, ensures medical necessity compliance, and verifies eligibility for care

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education
• Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position
• Required BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA)
• Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT
• CPT – Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Effective communication with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Develops and maintains clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
• Provides safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care
• Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
• Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements
• Maintain current certifications

Benefits

Commensurate with experience

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD