Compassionate Medical Assistant - Direct Patient Care

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision. The role involves collecting and documenting patient data, preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, and coordinating referrals per physician directions.

Candidates should hold a Medical Assistant Certification and CPR certification; one year of clinical experience in a designated specialty is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited school; Clinical education and/or experience may be substituted for MA certificate.
• Licenses/Certifications: CPR certification current with 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a physician and in accordance with patient needs and age groups.
• Collects patient data including vital signs, biophysical and psychosocial information; documents in the medical record.
• Prepares patient for examination, assists with treatments and procedures, and coordinates prescriptions and referrals as directed by a physician.
• Maintains communication with physicians and healthcare team members to ensure quality of care.
• Ensures safe care, adheres to policies, and supports ongoing professional growth and department goals.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform direct and indirect patient care under physician supervision. The role involves collecting and documenting patient data, preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, and coordinating referrals per physician directions.

Candidates should hold a Medical Assistant Certification and CPR certification; one year of clinical experience in a designated specialty is preferred.