Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Harris Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

Harris Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support nursing and medical staff in patient care. You will help coordinate activities in outpatient and procedural areas to ensure smooth patient flow.

One year of relevant healthcare experience is preferred; certification and BLS are required within specified timelines. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and efficient administrative duties within a safety-net system in Houston.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program.
• Certification: Medical Assistant certification from AMT, AAMA, NCCT, NHA or NAHP.
• Vision and Hearing certifications within six months of hire.
• Basic Life Support from an AHA approved program.

Responsibilities

• Support nursing and medical staff in patient care.
• Coordinate outpatient and procedural area activities to facilitate smooth patient flow.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual

PC

Medical terms

Education

High School diploma or equivalent + Medical Assistant program

Medical Assistant certification (AMT/AAMA/NCCT/NHA/NAHP)

Tools

EKG equipment

Computer literacy

Job description

Harris Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support nursing and medical staff in patient care. You will help coordinate activities in outpatient and procedural areas to ensure smooth patient flow.

One year of relevant healthcare experience is preferred; certification and BLS are required within specified timelines. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and efficient administrative duties within a safety-net system in Houston.