Senior Medical Assistant (Certified) – Advanced Clinical Support

Houstonmethodistcareers; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide expert medical assisting support under supervision of a physician or nurse. The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures, and treatments, plus performing advanced tasks as a clinical resource and preceptor for Medical Assistants.

The Sr. MA will maintain EMR documentation, ensure HIPAA compliance, and contribute to high-quality patient care while supporting department operations and patient flow in a

Qualifications

• Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.
• Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT.
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA).
• Proficiency in EMR and computer documentation for patient care and records.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment and dressing changes.
• Schedule patient appointments and ensure medical necessity compliance where applicable.
• Preceptor and clinical resource duties, training and orienting other Medical Assistants.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

BLS Certification

EMR Proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide expert medical assisting support under supervision of a physician or nurse. The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures, and treatments, plus performing advanced tasks as a clinical resource and preceptor for Medical Assistants.

The Sr. MA will maintain EMR documentation, ensure HIPAA compliance, and contribute to high-quality patient care while supporting department operations and patient flow in a