Medical Assistant - LMC

Legacy Community Health Services, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health organization dedicated to providing comprehensive care to all community members. As an Infectious Disease and Specialty Medical Assistant, you will play a crucial role in patient care, assisting providers with exams and procedures, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the health and wellness of diverse populations. With a supportive team and a commitment to professional growth, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and promotes healthy change in the community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Long-Term Disability insurance

Life insurance and AD&D

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Plan

Subsidized gym membership

24-hour travel assistance

Paid Time Off

Company holidays

Bereavement Leave

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Medical Assistant or have a certificate.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and measure vital signs for records.
• Collect laboratory specimens and prepare for testing.
• Assist physicians during examinations and treatments.

Skills

Patient Interviewing

Vital Signs Measurement

Blood Collection

Injections

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities

About the Position

The Infectious Disease and Specialty 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. As part of your role, you may also be required to give injections and draw blood.

Location

Legacy Montrose Clinic - 1415 California St, Houston TX 77006

Key Responsibilities

• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, height, and weight in order to record information in medical records
• Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens; log the specimens; and prepare them for testing
• Help physicians examine and treatpatients, handing them instruments and materials or performing such tasks as giving injections and removing sutures
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean
• Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
• Perform phone consultations with clients regarding test results and health concerns

Shift Schedule

• Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm
• Two shifts per month until 8pm
• One Saturday shift per month

Specialities

• Infectious Disease and Specialty

About Legacy Community Health

Legacy Community Health is a premium, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our goal is to treat the entire patient while improving their overall wellness and quality of life, in addition to providing free pregnancy tests, HIV/AIDS screening. At Legacy, we empower patients to lead better lives by promoting healthy behaviors and offering resources such as literacy classes, family planning services, and nutrition and weight management information.

Our roots began in 1981 as the Montrose Clinic, with specialization in HIV education, testing, and treatment. Since then, the agency has expanded to 10 clinics in Houston, one in Baytown, two in Beaumont, and one in Deer Park with extensive services that include: Adult primary care, HIV/AIDS care, pediatrics, OB/GYN and maternity, dental, vision and behavioral health. We also service students within KIPP and YES Prep schools. Legacy is committed to driving healthy change in our communities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Certified Medical Assistant or certificate of Medical Assistant
• Basic Life Support certification
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Long-Term Disability insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Subsidized gym membership
• 24-hour travel assistance
• Paid Time Off
• PTO Exchange Program
• Company holidays (9 days + 1 floating day)
• Bereavement Leave
• And more

Legacy Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Apply today.

Our short application process takes less than 3minutes on your phone, tablet or computer.