Bilingual Medical Assistant - Direct Patient Care

Memorialhermann; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams in a busy clinical setting. You will perform direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision, prepare patients for exams, and document in the medical record with accuracy and care.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, collecting data, triaging calls, and assisting with procedures while upholding HIPAA and safety standards. A valid MA certification and CPR are preferred.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school; Clinical education and/or experience may be substituted.
• CPR certification current with 30 days of hire.
• One year of clinical experience in a designated specialty area preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, HIPAA; general office tasks and filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care under physician guidance.
• Assists with planning and implementing patient care; documents in medical record.
• Collects patient data including vitals, demographics, medications and allergies.
• Provides general patient care, prepares for examinations, and assists with treatments.
• Handles patient phone calls, triages appointments, and stocks rooms.
• Ensures care is documented and compliant with Practice policy.
• Maintains communication with healthcare team to ensure quality of care.
• Administers medications as directed using five rights.
• Coordinates referrals and outside tests as directed by physician.

Skills

CPR certification

Satisfactory communication

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Memorial Hermann seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and care teams in a busy clinical setting. You will perform direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision, prepare patients for exams, and document in the medical record with accuracy and care.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, collecting data, triaging calls, and assisting with procedures while upholding HIPAA and safety standards. A valid MA certification and CPR are preferred.