Senior Medical Assistant Certified- Surgery (West Houston/ Katy)

About the role

The Senior Medical Assistant Certified-Surgery position at Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is responsible for providing comprehensive medical assistance to patients under the supervision of physicians. This role requires a minimum of five years of experience in medical assisting, preferably with complex chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for exams and treatments, including obtaining vital signs and reviewing medical histories.
• Administers medications and treatments as directed by a physician.
• Assists with diagnostic procedures and prepares patients for imaging tests.
• Ensures proper sterilization and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies.
• Coordinates patient care with other healthcare professionals and community resources.
• Documents all patient interactions and procedures accurately in the electronic medical record.

Requirements

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

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Knowledge of medical practices and patient care procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and follow departmental quality assurance protocols.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in computer systems for documentation and work-related purposes.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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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.