Primary Care Medical Assistant — Compassionate Patient Care

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann in Houston is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in patient care across clinical areas. You will assist with examinations, procedures, and diagnostic studies while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

You must have a Medical Assistant program credential, High School diploma, and be eligible for AMT, AAMA, NHA, or NAHP certification within 12 months. Strong communication and EMR skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
• Eligible for AMT/AAMA/NHA/NAHP certification within 12 months of hire.
• RMA/CMA/CCMA/NRCMA certifications within 12 months; CPR/BLS certification within 30 days.
• Six months MA experience or completion of an MA externship required.
• Strong communication and ability to establish relationships with staff, patients, and families.
• Working knowledge of ICD-9/10 and CPT coding; insurance procedures.
• Flexibility to work a predetermined schedule; potential evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in patient care in assigned clinical areas.
• Perform examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, and dressing changes.
• Record vital signs and patient information; operate EMR.
• Prepare patients for examination and assist during procedures.
• Administer medications per policy and maintain safety protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

EMR systems

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program graduation

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

ICD9/10 and CPT coding knowledge

Job description

Memorial Hermann in Houston is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in patient care across clinical areas. You will assist with examinations, procedures, and diagnostic studies while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

You must have a Medical Assistant program credential, High School diploma, and be eligible for AMT, AAMA, NHA, or NAHP certification within 12 months. Strong communication and EMR skills are essential.