Senior Medical Assistant Certified- ENT (Medical Center)

About the role

The Senior Medical Assistant Certified- ENT position at Houston Methodist Medical Center is responsible for providing comprehensive support to physicians and managing the day-to-day operations of the clinic. This role requires a minimum of five years of medical assistant experience with a focus on chronic disease management or a specialty discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examinations and treatments, ensuring all necessary paperwork and preparations are completed.
• Assists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including but not limited to phlebotomy, EKG, and urinalysis.
• Documents all patient interactions and procedures accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Coordinates patient care with other healthcare providers and external resources as needed.
• Ensures the cleanliness and sterilization of examination and treatment areas.
• Provides patient education and counseling on various health topics.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.
• Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA, or Registered Medical Assistant.
• BLS - Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
• CPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP).

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical practices and patient care.
• Ability to develop and maintain clinical quality assurance.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in computer systems for documentation and work-related purposes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and colleagues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.
• Understanding of the patient population and its relation to clinical disease processes.
• Advanced assessment competencies appropriate for the level of practice.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 annually.

Schedule

Day shift, Monday through Friday.

Supplemental Requirements

• Uniform: Yes
• Scrubs: Yes
• On Call: No
• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area.

Company Profile

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.