Medical Assistant Bilingual - LNN

Legacy Community Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization dedicated to improving community wellness. As a Bilingual Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in patient care, assisting healthcare providers with examinations and procedures while ensuring a clean and safe environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that prioritizes comprehensive care for all, regardless of ability to pay. With a supportive team and a commitment to professional development, you will thrive in a dynamic and rewarding workplace focused on driving healthy change in our communities.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Long-Term Disability insurance

Life insurance and AD&D

Employee Assistance Program

24-hour travel assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

PTO Exchange Program

Company holidays (9 days + 1 floating day)

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is essential for patient communication.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is required.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and measure vital signs for medical records.
• Assist physicians during examinations and treatments.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment rooms.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Patient Interviewing

Vital Signs Measurement

Blood Collection

Assisting Physicians

Cleaning and Sterilizing Equipment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant certificate

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Medical Assistant - Houston, TX - Full Time

Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities

About the Position

The Bilingual English/Spanish OB/GYN Medical Assistant at Legacy Community Health assists providers in all exams and minor office procedures. You will also be responsible for maintaining supply inventory in exam rooms, as well as cleaning and sterilizing equipment. Additionally, you may be required to give injections and draw blood.

Location: Legacy Northline Clinic - 5598 North Freeway, Houston TX 77076

Key Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, height, and weight to record in medical records.
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens; log and prepare them for testing.
• Assist physicians during examinations and treatments, including handing instruments and materials, administering injections, and removing sutures.
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms for patient examinations, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies properly.
• Conduct phone consultations with patients regarding test results and health concerns.

Shift Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 8:30 am - 5:30 pm

About Legacy Community Health

Legacy Community Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) providing comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our mission is to treat the whole patient, improve overall wellness, and offer services such as free pregnancy tests, HIV/AIDS screening, literacy classes, family planning, nutrition, and weight management resources.

Founded in 1981 as the Montrose Clinic, we have expanded to 10 clinics in Houston, and additional locations in Baytown, Beaumont, and Deer Park, offering services including adult primary care, HIV/AIDS care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, dental, vision, and behavioral health. We also serve students in KIPP and YES Prep schools. Our goal is to promote healthy change in our communities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant certificate
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• 24-hour travel assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• PTO Exchange Program
• Company holidays (9 days + 1 floating day)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Legacy Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity in the workplace.

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