Certified Medical Assistant — Rotating Clinics, Community Health

Galveston-County-Health-District; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement package

Medical insurance for you and family

Paid time off

Life insurance

Free parking

Job summary

Coastal Health & Wellness is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to rotate between the Texas City and Galveston clinics, supporting providers and delivering compassionate care to residents. You will document in the EMR, take vitals, collect histories, assist with exams, and help with screenings and POCT, while maintaining infection control and patient flow.

The role requires completion of an accredited MA program, CMA certification, CPR certification, and willingness to travel between clinics.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant through a recognized body.
• Current CPR certification and bilingual English/Spanish awareness.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for visits and document in EMR accurately.
• Take and record vital signs and pain scales for all ages.
• Collect histories, medications, allergies and other key information.
• Assist providers during exams and procedures.
• Perform screenings (hearing, vision, EKGs, peak flow).
• Conduct approved POCT and collect lab specimens.
• Clean, disinfect, and restock exam rooms.
• Support patient flow to reduce waits and improve efficiency.
• Communicate with patients, families and care team.
• Follow infection control and dispose of biohazard waste properly.
• Respond to emergencies and adhere to clinic protocols.
• Assist with translation for Spanish-speaking patients when needed.
• Learn and support medication administration under supervision.
• Complete training and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certification as a Medical Assistant

CPR certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Coastal Health & Wellness is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to rotate between the Texas City and Galveston clinics, supporting providers and delivering compassionate care to residents. You will document in the EMR, take vitals, collect histories, assist with exams, and help with screenings and POCT, while maintaining infection control and patient flow.

The role requires completion of an accredited MA program, CMA certification, CPR certification, and willingness to travel between clinics.