General Surgery Medical Assistant — Compassionate Care

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in delivering patient care across multiple clinical areas. You will assist with examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, and dressing changes under physician supervision, following safety and policy guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Medical Assistant program, and certification eligibility with AMT/AAMA/NHA/NAHP within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program.
• Eligible for certification by AMT or AAMA or NHA or NAHP within 12 months of hire.
• RMA or CMA or CCMA or NRCMA certification required within 12 months of hire; BLS/CPR required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in patient care and examinations.
• Perform venipuncture, urine tests, and basic lab procedures per policy.
• Record vital signs and administer medications per seven rights.
• Operate EMR, coordinate with team, and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Maintain communication with patients, families, and staff; support care continuity.

Skills

Communication

EMR proficiency

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program graduate

Certification eligibility (AMT/AAMA/NHA/NAHP)

NRCMA within 12 months

Tools

RMA

CMA

CCMA

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in delivering patient care across multiple clinical areas. You will assist with examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, and dressing changes under physician supervision, following safety and policy guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Medical Assistant program, and certification eligibility with AMT/AAMA/NHA/NAHP within 12 months.