Medical Assistant

Lone Star Family Health Center; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) or retirement savings options

Paid holidays and vacation time

Professional development and training

Collaborative, patient-centered work环境

Job summary

Lone Star Family Health Center in Texas is seeking a Medical Assistant to join a patient-centered clinical team. You will support providers, handle vital signs, assist with exams, and help coordinate care across the healthcare team in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements include high school diploma or GED and MA certification or training preferred; bilingual English/Spanish is required. This permanent, full-time role offers stability, growth opportunities, and a collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant training or certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical environment.
• Conduct pre-visit planning and initiate necessary labs or tests.
• Prepare patients for examination and document medical information.
• Perform venipuncture, waived tests, and related QC procedures.
• Label, process, and manage laboratory specimens.
• Coordinate patient flow and communication with the healthcare team.
• Assist with medication refills, DME requests, and referrals.
• Provide chaperone support during sensitive exams.
• Assist with in-office procedures and instrument setup.
• Follow infection prevention protocols and autoclave procedures.
• Maintain confidential patient records and assist with translations.

Job description

Job Description

Join the team at Lone Star Family Health Center as a Medical Assistant , where you'll play a key role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our patients. This is a permanent, full-time position in a supportive clinical environment that values teamwork, professional growth, and patient-centered service. You'll work closely with providers and staff to ensure patients receive timely, efficient care in accordance with clinic policies and quality standards.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical environment to ensure patient and staff safety.


• Conduct pre-visit planning and initiate screenings to identify necessary labs, vaccines, or tests based on UDS measures and CDC guidelines.


• Prepare patients for examination by obtaining vital signs, reviewing the reason for visit, completing medication reconciliation, verifying allergies and pharmacy, and documenting recent ER visits or hospitalizations.


• Perform blood draws, heel sticks, waived tests, and corresponding quality control procedures while ensuring accurate patient identification and order verification.


• Accurately label and process laboratory specimens according to clinic policies and standards.


• Monitor and manage patient flow, communicating delays and expectations clearly with providers and patients.


• Coordinate continuity of care through scheduling, patient outreach, and communication with the healthcare team via phone, written, or electronic means.


• Assist with medication refills, durable medical equipment (DME) requests, and specialist referrals as needed.


• Provide chaperone support during sensitive exams, including breast, pelvic, and testicular exams.


• Set up and assist with in-office procedures by gathering instruments, materials, and providing provider support during the visit.


• Clean, prepare, and process instruments for sterilization in compliance with infection control standards and autoclave procedures.


• Adhere to infection prevention protocols, including hand hygiene, PPE use, safe injection practices, and proper biohazard disposal.


• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient medical records.


• Provide translation and support with patient communication as needed to ensure comprehension and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required


• High school diploma or GED is required


• Medical Assistant training or certification preferred


• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work in a mission-driven organization dedicated to community health. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• 401(k) or retirement savings options


• Paid holidays and vacation time


• Opportunities for professional development and training


• A collaborative, supportive workplace focused on patient care