Specialties Medical Assistant - Grow, Impact, Serve

Mychn; Lake Jackson (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MyCHN (Community Health Network), a nonprofit FQHC serving Greater Houston, is seeking a Specialties Medical Assistant to support specialty providers with clinical and administrative duties.

You will assist with patient intake, exams, medications, documentation, and coordination of appointments while upholding confidentiality and high standards of care for diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program from a state-approved school with certification.
• At least one year of healthcare experience, preferably in a clinical setting.
• Strong knowledge of patient confidentiality standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and direct them to exam areas efficiently.
• Perform patient intake including medical history collection and vital signs.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Assist providers with specialty-specific procedures and treatments.
• Administer medications and injections as directed by providers.
• Educate patients on lab specimen collection and complete required lab documentation.
• Provide translation support when needed for patient communication.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked, clean, and prepared for patient visits.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining medical supplies.
• Discharge patients and provide follow-up instructions as directed by providers.
• Support Oncology Infusion Therapy Nurse with patient monitoring, education, and discharge.
• Schedule and coordinate patient appointments, including tests and referrals.
• Perform EKGs as ordered by providers.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly clinical environment.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.
• Assist with instrument cleaning, packaging, and sterilization processes.
• Ensure patient consent forms are completed and documented.
• Review immunization records and refer patients for needed vaccinations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team-oriented

Professionalism

Diversity sensitivity

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program with certification

Job description

MyCHN (Community Health Network), a nonprofit FQHC serving Greater Houston, is seeking a Specialties Medical Assistant to support specialty providers with clinical and administrative duties.

You will assist with patient intake, exams, medications, documentation, and coordination of appointments while upholding confidentiality and high standards of care for diverse patient populations.