Medical Assistant Float - Central Houston

Legacy Community Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,847,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company M

Job summary

Legacy Community Health in Houston is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to support patients across multiple clinics, ensuring compassionate care and smooth clinical operations. You will assist providers during exams, manage supplies, and help with injections and blood draws.

Join a mission-driven team in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you’ll expand your skills through cross-clinic coverage and ongoing professional growth while delivering high-quality care to diverse communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Up to one year of experience in healthcare support.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients warmly and support providers during exams and procedures.
• Manage supply inventory to ensure smooth operations.
• Administer injections and draw blood as needed.
• Provide coverage across multiple clinics in the network.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• And much more!

Medical Assistant Float - Central Houston (Job Overview)

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• And much more!

Location

Various Legacy Clinics

Schedule

Monday-Friday (8a-5p)

Welcome to Legacy Community Health, where we're not just a healthcare provider but a nurturing community that truly cares. As a Medical Assistant - Float, you'll become a cherished member of our mission-driven family, ensuring that every patient across multiple clinics receives the compassionate attention they deserve.

• Engage warmly with patients and support our providers during exams and minor procedures
• Be the backbone of seamless operations by managing supply inventory efficiently
• Play a vital role in patient diagnostics by administering injections and drawing blood
• Experience the excitement of a dynamic work environment as you provide coverage across different clinics
• Embrace meaningful opportunities for personal growth and development within our supportive and collaborative team

Key Responsibilities

• Interview patients with empathy to gather medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height
• Record patients' medical history and vital statistics with precision in medical records
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens for testing with care
• Assist physicians with examinations and treatments, ensuring patient comfort
• Prepare and maintain treatment rooms for patient examinations with attention to detail
• Ensure cleanliness and sterilization of instruments and proper disposal of contaminated supplies
• Communicate with clients regarding test results and health concerns, providing clarity and reassurance
• Perform phlebotomy and administer medications as ordered, contributing to patient wellness
• Ensure accurate documentation of patient care to maintain high standards
• Manage exam room supplies and adhere to safety protocols diligently
• Participate actively in the Performance Improvement Program to enhance service quality
• Promote a respectful and professional environment for both patients and team members
• Work collaboratively within a primary care medical home model, fostering teamwork

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• BLS/CPR Certification required
• Up to one year experience
• Excellent communication skills and customer service skills
• Basic front desk, clerical or healthcare support specialist skills/experience
• Ability to work with clinical staff, works well under pressure, and multitask within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to the concepts of preventive health care and team approach to health care delivery
• Experience working with computers and Microsoft Office applications
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Phlebotomy skills preferred
• Experience with electronic medical records, preferred

About Legacy Community Health

As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.