Clinical Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Procedures

Next Level Medical; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Next Level Medical in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and ensure smooth patient flow. You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, and document in EMR.

You will assist with procedures, perform basic tests and phlebotomy where trained, maintain a clean environment, and participate in ongoing education. BCLS certification and the ability to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Some medical experience.
• BCLS certification.
• Ability to work all shifts including day, night, and weekend hours as needed.
• Basic computer skills; including familiarity with electronic medical records.
• Detail oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assure patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently. Greet patients in waiting area, escort patients to a room, initiate registration process.
• Measure vital signs, and record information on chart/EMR.
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patient and exam room for examination.
• Assist the Physician/Medical Provider with procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use. Assist in maintaining adequate level of supplies and instruments for use by the facility.
• Perform diagnostic tests including eye exams, electrocardiograph, pulse ox, peak flow and or spirometry and inhalation treatment equipment.
• Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, and collect, label and process specimens for send-out.
• Perform both DOT and Non-DOT urine drug screens, using proper chain of custody; ensure preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
• Remove sutures/staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
• Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation.
• Demonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of responsibilities and growth in profession.
• Participate in Quality Improvement and Mandatory education/training programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Detail oriented

Multitasking

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR software

Computer skills

Job description

Next Level Medical in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians and ensure smooth patient flow. You will greet patients, prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, and document in EMR.

You will assist with procedures, perform basic tests and phlebotomy where trained, maintain a clean environment, and participate in ongoing education. BCLS certification and the ability to work varied shifts are required.