Primary Care Medical Assistant — Patient-Centered PCMH

Memorial Hermann Medical Group; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support clinicians with patient care in assigned clinical areas. The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures and diagnostic studies, and performing administrative duties under physician supervision.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and graduate from an MA program, with MA certification within 12 months and current BLS/ CPR within 30 days of hire. Prior MA experience or externship is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of Medical Assistant experience or completion of a MA externship.
• Certification within 12 months of hire (AMT, AAMA, NAHP, NRCMA) is required.
• Current BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in patient care, exams, procedures and treatments.
• Record vital signs and prepare patients for examination.
• Manage specimens, venipuncture and basic lab procedures per policy.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment and ensure patient safety.
• Adhere to HIPAA, CLIA, JC standards and facility policies.

Skills

Communication

CPT coding knowledge

ICD9/10 knowledge

Insurance procedures

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Memorial Hermann is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant to support clinicians with patient care in assigned clinical areas. The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures and diagnostic studies, and performing administrative duties under physician supervision.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and graduate from an MA program, with MA certification within 12 months and current BLS/ CPR within 30 days of hire. Prior MA experience or externship is preferred.