Senior Medical Assistant: Advanced Care & Precepting

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant, Certified, to provide expert medical assisting under physician or nurse supervision. The role includes supporting patient examinations, procedures, and EMR documentation, while ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with policies.

The Sr. MA may also schedule appointments, verify eligibility, and act as a preceptor and clinical resource for Medical Assistants, fostering a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant with BLS required; CPT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Role models and promotes a positive work environment; leads and initiates problem resolution within the unit.
• Collaborates with interprofessional health care team; communicates pertinent patient data clearly.
• Serves as clinical resource and preceptor, mentoring colleagues to provide optimal patient care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

EMR proficiency

BLS certified

Documentation

Team player

Communication

Medical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant, Certified, to provide expert medical assisting under physician or nurse supervision. The role includes supporting patient examinations, procedures, and EMR documentation, while ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with policies.

The Sr. MA may also schedule appointments, verify eligibility, and act as a preceptor and clinical resource for Medical Assistants, fostering a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.