Medical Assistant-CORHLT

Coloradoacc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Houston is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support nursing and medical staff in providing patient care. The role involves administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring efficient patient flow in outpatient and procedural settings. Candidates must have a high school diploma, complete a Medical Assistant program, and possess relevant certification. Previous experience in a healthcare facility is preferred, along with strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Certification from AMT, AAMA, NCCT, NHA, or NAHP is required.
• One year of relevant experience in a healthcare facility preferred.
• Specialty-specific competency validation may be required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Bilingual Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of a Medical Assistant program

Tools

Medical equipment (e.g., EKG, phlebotomy)

Computer

Job description

Job Summary - CORRECTIONAL HEALTH

The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting nursing and medical staff in patient care, performing routine administrative and clinical duties. The Medical Assistant coordinates 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:
   1. American Medical Technologists (AMT)
   2. American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
   3. National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
   4. National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
   5. National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
   Certification in Vision and Hearing, as appropriate to the specialty, within six (6) months of hire.
   Basic Life Support (BLS) from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program. Other certificates as 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 a specialty area.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills: Above average verbal skills (heavy public contact), writing and report composition.
• Language(s): Bilingual skills preferred.
• Proficiencies: Computer skills.

Job Attributes

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