Certified Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Lab Support

Texas Children's; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support the clinical team in assessing and caring for patients across age groups. You will participate in examinations, lab testing, and patient education while following established practice protocols.

As part of the care team, you will document vital signs, coordinate referrals, and ensure accurate medication and immunization administration under physician direction, contributing to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from a medical assistant program or documentation that certification is not required per licensing authority.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association required.
• One of the listed credentials for MA/EMT is required (e.g., CCMA, CMA, EMT, RMA, NRCMA, etc.).
• 1 year of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents patient information, vital signs, BMI, height, weight, medications, allergies, and reasons for visits.
• Prepares patients for examinations and assists with treatments and testing.
• Coordinates follow-up care for labs, ER visits, and other patient needs.
• Administers medications and immunizations as directed, documents administration and adverse reactions.
• Identifies patients eligible for vaccines programs and manages documentation.
• Provides and documents patient and family education as instructed.

Skills

Patient intake

Vital signs

Patient education

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant certification

BLS by American Heart Association

Job description

Texas Children's is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support the clinical team in assessing and caring for patients across age groups. You will participate in examinations, lab testing, and patient education while following established practice protocols.

As part of the care team, you will document vital signs, coordinate referrals, and ensure accurate medication and immunization administration under physician direction, contributing to quality patient care.