BCM Temporary - Medical Assistant

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a BCM Temporary - Medical Assistant to support clinicians providing primary care services in Houston. You will interview patients, record vitals, and document in EPIC under physician direction.

Shifts vary (7:30-4:30, 8:00-5:00, 9:30-6:30) Monday–Friday and the position is temporary up to 3 months. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, administrative support, and coordinating patient flow.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training program.
• No experience required.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, AMCA, AA H AAMP, or NPS).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Greets patients and escorts them to exam rooms.
• Performs routine patient care such as taking vital signs and drawing blood.
• Answers clinic telephones and routes calls appropriately.
• Collects patient histories, including medication reconciliation.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Interview patients

EPIC

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

MA certification (AAMA/AMT/ARMA/NCCT/NHA/NAHP/AMCA/NPS)

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Job Title: BCM Temporary - Medical Assistant

Division: Family and Community Medicine

Work Arrangement:

Location: Houston, TX

Salary Range: $18 - $21 per hour

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Schedule: See Job Posting

Summary

The Department of Family and Community Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a caring, compassionate and reliable BCM Temporary - Medical Assistant to support the clinicians providing primary care services to private practice patients. The candidate will assist in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of the physician. The main responsibilities include interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e. pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight and height) and recording information on patient electronic charts using EPIC. Shifts will include 7:30-4:30, 8:00-5:00, or 9:30-6:30, Monday- Friday.

This position is temporary and the maximum assignment length is 3 months. The position is not eligible for benefits.

The Kirby location offers free parking.

Job Purpose

Performs patient care responsibilities and provides clerical/administrative support in a clinical setting.

Job Duties

• Greets patients and escorts them to exam rooms.
• Performs routine patient care responsibilities such as taking vital signs, drawing blood, and in some cases administering tests such as EKGs.
• Answers clinic telephones and resolves issues or routes calls to appropriate person.
• Collects patient histories, including medication reconciliation.
• Correctly collects and labels patient specimens for lab analysis
• Sets up instruments and equipment according to department protocol.
• Schedules patient tests and appointments and prepares patient charts.
• Maintains patient and services rooms in a neat and orderly condition.
• Conducts patient outreach phone calls and post visit follow-ups.
• Takes an inventory of clinic supplies and orders new supplies and equipment.
• Sorts clinic mail and files patient medical records.
• Educates patients about their conditions and self-care.
• Assists providers in filling out health related paperwork for patients.
• Staffs central college sites as needed.
• Cross trains to gain proficiency in staffing Comm Center, monitors inventory, and converts visits to virtual appointments.
• Monitors assigned provider baskets, completes high priority messages and addresses incoming patient encounters.
• Serves as a resource for navigating complex patient inquiries or procedural nuances.
• Guides entry-level Medical Assistants and externs on best practices and departmental workflows, contributing to the overall training and development of less experienced staff as needed.
• Assists with the onboarding process for new hires by demonstrating key procedures and sharing insights into our specific operational requirements.
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains mutual respect in all interactions with patients and employees.
• Reports to the worksite on time to support efficient clinic operations and minimize disruptions to patient flow.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned, including floating to other FCM clinic locations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of an approved Medical Assistant Training program through an accredited institution.
• No experience required.
• Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited professional organization (AAMA, AMT, ARMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP, AMCA,,AAH AAMP, or NPS).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through American Heart Association.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.