Certified Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Lab Support

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our clinical team in Houston. You will gather patient information, assist with examinations, and support the care team in delivering age-appropriate care in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

responsibilities include collecting samples, administering vaccines, coordinating referrals, and educating patients and families per protocol. BLS is required; one qualifying credential such as CCMA or CMA-C is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from a medical assistant or EMT program, or licensing documentation showing education is not required for certification.
• Basic Life Support certification from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient information, vital signs, BMI, height, weight, medications, allergies, and visit reasons.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist with treatments and testing; document care.
• Coordinate follow-up care for laboratory results, ER visits, and other needs.
• Administer medications and immunizations; document administration and adverse reactions.
• Identify patients eligible for the Vaccines for Children Program and manage documentation.
• Provide and document patient and family education per providers.
• Coordinate referrals, verify coverage, transmit referral docs within 2 business days, track follow-up.
• Collect and process specimens; perform laboratory tests and quality checks; maintain equipment/records.
• Coordinate outside laboratory services; track results; notify providers; report lab errors and quality issues.
• Screen patient calls; provide telephone guidance and prescription refill support under provider direction; respond to emergencies.
• Maintain clinical supplies and medication inventories; follow infection control, CLIA/COLA, and OSHA requirements.
• Communicate with patients and families; participate in care meetings and quality initiatives; maintain certification through continuing education.

Skills

BLS certification

Clear communication

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from medical assistant or EMT program

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join our clinical team in Houston. You will gather patient information, assist with examinations, and support the care team in delivering age-appropriate care in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

responsibilities include collecting samples, administering vaccines, coordinating referrals, and educating patients and families per protocol. BLS is required; one qualifying credential such as CCMA or CMA-C is preferred.