Senior Medical Assistant: Expert Clinician & Preceptor

Houston Methodist; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide expert clinical support under physician and/or nurse supervision. The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures, and dressing changes, and supervising medical assistants as a preceptor.

Strong patient communication and EMR proficiency are essential. Required are CMA/RMA and BLS certifications, five years of MA experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient examinations, procedures, and dressing changes.
• Perform basic clinical tasks under physician or nurse supervision.
• Schedule patient appointments and verify eligibility for care.
• Precept and mentor other Medical Assistants in the department.
• Maintain EMR documentation and ensure data quality.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient communication

Clinical assistance

EMR proficiency

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) to provide expert clinical support under physician and/or nurse supervision. The role includes assisting with examinations, procedures, and dressing changes, and supervising medical assistants as a preceptor.

Strong patient communication and EMR proficiency are essential. Required are CMA/RMA and BLS certifications, five years of MA experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent.