Senior Medical Assistant & Clinical Resource

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant Certified to provide expert support for advanced examinations and treatments under physician or RN supervision. This role also functions as a preceptor and clinical resource within the department.

Ideal candidates have CMA/MA certifications, BLS, and at least five years of experience in complex patient care. Duties include scheduling, ensuring medical necessity, and maintaining quality documentation in EMR.

Qualifications

• Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline.
• Demonstrates knowledge to support advanced examinations and treatments under supervision.
• Maintains compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations, procedures, and diagnostic studies.
• Coordinate pre-visit planning and ensure medical necessity compliance.
• Provide preceptor support and clinical mentoring to Medical Assistants.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

EMR proficiency

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPT certification (preferred)

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant Certified to provide expert support for advanced examinations and treatments under physician or RN supervision. This role also functions as a preceptor and clinical resource within the department.

Ideal candidates have CMA/MA certifications, BLS, and at least five years of experience in complex patient care. Duties include scheduling, ensuring medical necessity, and maintaining quality documentation in EMR.