Primary Care Medical Assistant — Hands-On Patient Care

Memorial Hermann; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in clinical areas. You will assist with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic tests, and dressing changes under physician supervision, while maintaining compliance with HIPAA, CLIA, and safety standards.

The role emphasizes accurate charting, vital signs collection, specimen handling, and adherence to care protocols in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required and MA program completed.
• Eligible for AMT, AAMA, NHA, or NAHP certification within 12 months of hire.
• Current CPR/BLS as per agency policy is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Delivers care to patients under physician supervision in a PCMH setting.
• Reviews charts prior to visits to ensure lab work and diagnostics are complete.
• Measures and records vital signs; documents findings in EMR.
• Assists with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments including GYN exams.
• Administers medications per seven rights and performs venipuncture as directed.
• Recognizes emergencies and responds per policy; notifies appropriate personnel.

Skills

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

EMR proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED + MA program

Certification eligibility within 12 months

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers in clinical areas. You will assist with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic tests, and dressing changes under physician supervision, while maintaining compliance with HIPAA, CLIA, and safety standards.

The role emphasizes accurate charting, vital signs collection, specimen handling, and adherence to care protocols in a busy clinical setting.