Medical Assistant Float - Central Houston Region

Legacy Community Health Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Community Health seeks a Bilingual Medical Assistant Float to join its team in Houston, TX. This role involves supporting healthcare providers, conducting patient interviews, and ensuring high standards of patient care while embracing the mission of driving healthy change in communities. Applicants should be certified and preferably bilingual in English and Spanish.

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!

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant or certificate of Medical Assistant is essential.
• Basic Life Support certification is mandatory.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews and perform vital sign checks.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and treatments.
• Engage in phone consultations to discuss test results.

Skills

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

Patient care

Medical knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Benefits

We Offer Outstanding 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!

Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer!

Bilingual Medical Assistant Float - Championing Healthcare in Diverse Communities (Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM)

Join Legacy Community Health as a pivotal player in transforming community healthcare across our Central Houston Clinics (Northline, Montrose and South Main). As a Medical Assistant Float, you will not only support our providers in exams and minor office procedures but also help in maintaining a high standard of care that resonates with our community's diverse needs. Leverage your skills in an environment that values collaboration and innovative health solutions, while making a tangible impact on the lives around you.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient interviews to gather essential medical information and perform vital sign checks, including height and weight measurements, for accurate medical records.
• Collect, log, and prepare blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens for testing, ensuring integrity and accuracy.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and treatments by handling instruments and materials or performing tasks such as giving injections and removing sutures.
• Ensure treatment rooms are well-prepared, clean, and organized for optimal patient care experiences.
• Efficiently clean and sterilize medical instruments, disposing of contaminated supplies properly to uphold health and safety standards.
• Engage in phone consultations with clients to discuss test results and address various health concerns with professionalism and empathy.
• Provide coverage across various service lines, including OB, Pediatrics, and Adult Medicine, in collaboration with diverse clinicians.

Qualifications and Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Medical Assistant or certificate of Medical Assistant is essential.
• Basic Life Support certification is mandatory.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is 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.

Core Employee Expectations

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.

Apply today in less than 3 minutes using your phone, tablet, or computer!