Senior Medical Assistant: Expert Care & Clinical Preceptor

Houston Methodist; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide advanced clinical support under physician or RN supervision.

The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures, diagnoses, and dressing changes, and serving as a clinical resource and preceptor. Candidates must have CMA/MA certification, BLS, five years of medical assistant experience in a chronic disease or specialty setting, and strong communication skills.

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 and
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
• CPT – Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) (preferred)
• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job; maintains accurate medical records; proficient in EMR and documentation

Responsibilities

• Role models and promotes a positive work environment; leads and initiates problem resolution within the work unit
• Collaborates with interprofessional health care team; communicates pertinent patient care information clearly
• Independently executes duties as preceptor and clinical resource; mentors colleagues
• Provides care under direct supervision of physician, RN, or leadership; completes pre-visit planning and documents care
• Performs routine tests and sterilizes instruments; maintains exam and treatment rooms and supplies

Skills

Five years MA experience

Medical terminology

EMR proficiency

English communication

Team collaboration

Clinical basics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPT – Certified Phlebotomy Technician

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide advanced clinical support under physician or RN supervision.

The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures, diagnoses, and dressing changes, and serving as a clinical resource and preceptor. Candidates must have CMA/MA certification, BLS, five years of medical assistant experience in a chronic disease or specialty setting, and strong communication skills.