Medical Assistant-CORHLT

Coloradoacc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Houston seeks a Medical Assistant to support nursing and medical staff by performing clinical and administrative tasks. Responsibilities include coordinating patient activities in various settings and ensuring smooth workflow. Candidates should have a high school diploma, Medical Assistant certification, and relevant healthcare experience, along with strong communication and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program required.
• Certification from recognized bodies (AMT, AAMA, NCCT, NHA, NAHP).
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing and medical staff in patient care.
• Perform routine administrative and clinical duties.
• Coordinate activities in outpatient areas for smooth patient flow.

Skills

Communication Skills

Medical terminology

P.C. skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

Medical equipment (EKG, phlebotomy)

Computer

Job description

Job Summary - CORRECTIONAL HEALTH

The Medical Assistant supports nursing and medical staff in patient care and performs routine administrative and clinical duties. They coordinate activities in outpatient and procedural areas to ensure smooth patient flow.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: High School diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program.
2. Licensure/Certification: Medical Assistant certification from one of the following:
   • American Medical Technologists (AMT)
   • American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
   • National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
   • National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
   • National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
   Certifications in Vision and Hearing as appropriate to the specialty area within six (6) months of hire, and Basic Life Support from an AHA-approved program are required. Other certificates may be required by the unit/service.
3. Work Experience: One (1) year of recent relevant experience in a healthcare facility preferred.
4. Skills/Knowledge: Specialty-specific competency validation may be required in certain areas.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills: Above average verbal skills for heavy public contact, and report writing/composing skills.
• Language(s): Bilingual skills preferred.
• Proficiencies: P.C. skills required.

Job Attributes

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Medical terminology.
• Work Schedule: Weekends, holidays, flexible hours, overtime as needed.
• Other Requirements: Computer and/or key entry experience.
• Equipment Operated: Medical equipment (e.g., EKG, sterilization, phlebotomy), computer, fax machine.