Senior Medical Assistant: Advanced Care & Precepting

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide advanced clinical support under physician or nurse supervision, including examinations, procedures, and dressings.

The role also involves scheduling, eligibility checks, and ensuring compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, and policies. This position serves as a preceptor and clinical resource, guiding Medical Assistants and leading training.

Qualifications

• Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and staff.
• Compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards.
• Demonstrated learning attitude and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations, procedures, and dressing changes.
• Schedule patient appointments and verify eligibility for care.
• Preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants.
• Maintain accurate medical records and QA processes.
• Provide safe patient-centered care.

Skills

CMA certification

BLS certification

EMR proficiency

Patient communication

Clinical assessment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR super-user

Phlebotomy CPT

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide advanced clinical support under physician or nurse supervision, including examinations, procedures, and dressings.

The role also involves scheduling, eligibility checks, and ensuring compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, and policies. This position serves as a preceptor and clinical resource, guiding Medical Assistants and leading training.