Bilingual Medical Assistant: Frontline Care & Support

Spring Branch Community Health Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Community Health Center in Houston, TX is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support clinicians by documenting encounters, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting during procedures. The MA helps maintain supplies, ensures a safe, clean environment, and upholds SBCHC’s mission and vision.

You will work with diverse populations, communicate in English and Spanish, and participate in daily huddles, vaccinations, charts, and pre-visit planning while following

Qualifications

• Graduate of approved high school or GED equivalent.
• Medical assistant certificate, CMA certificate strongly preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or BLS equivalent.
• Medical Assistant experience within Federally Qualified Health Center’s or equivalent preferred.
• Multilingual, English/Spanish required.
• Available for all shifts/assignments and, when required, able to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and injections under supervision.
• Document patient encounters and intake in the electronic health record.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during exams.
• Maintain cleanliness and supply levels in each patient room and clinic areas.
• Follow SBCHC policies and scope of practice while delivering care.

Skills

Multilingual

Education

Medical assistant certificate

CMA certification preferred

Job description

Spring Branch Community Health Center in Houston, TX is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support clinicians by documenting encounters, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting during procedures. The MA helps maintain supplies, ensures a safe, clean environment, and upholds SBCHC’s mission and vision.

You will work with diverse populations, communicate in English and Spanish, and participate in daily huddles, vaccinations, charts, and pre-visit planning while following