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Senior Medical Assistant – Primary Care Group
Houston Methodist. Function as an expert Senior Medical Assistant under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise as a Senior Medical Assistant with strong capabilities in patient care, clinical procedures, and compliance with medical standards. Proficient in documentation, patient coordination, and training of medical staff.
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Certified Medical AssistantBLS - Basic Life SupportPatient Care CoordinationClinical Quality AssuranceAdvanced Assessment Competences
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Hard Skills
Patient ExaminationsVital Signs DocumentationMedical Record ManagementRoutine Tests (EKG, Urinalysis)Medical Equipment KnowledgeDiagnostic Studies AssistanceMedication ReviewPre-Visit PlanningCompliance with CLIA and HIPAAChronic Disease Management
Soft Skills
Training and MentoringCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills
Tools & Technologies
EMR (Electronic Medical Record)MyChartMedical InstrumentsComputer Documentation Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA)BLS - Basic Life SupportCPT - Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Preferred)
Industry Keywords
Patient CareClinical StandardsGovernment StandardsNCQA ComplianceMedical Necessity Compliance
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About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Function as an expert Senior Medical Assistant under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse
- Assist with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatments, and dressing changes
- Perform general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA, government standards, and company policies
- Schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care
- Serve as a preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants; train and orient others
- Complete pre-visit planning and request appropriate documentation
- Obtain and document vital signs, chief complaints, medication reviews, and medical/social histories in the EMR
- Follow up on recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, specialist visits, and related care
- Ensure patient utilization and activation of MyChart
- Coordinate care with hospitals, emergency departments, consulting physicians, and community resources
- Perform routine tests including EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests
- Sterilize instruments and equipment; prepare, clean, and maintain exam and treatment rooms
- Stock exam rooms, take inventory, and order supplies
- Participate in professional development and performance improvement activities
- Report abnormal clinical findings and pertinent patient-care information to physicians and nurses
Requirements
What you’ll need- High School diploma or equivalent education
- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
- Required Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA, Registered Medical Assistant, or EMT
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
- Preferred CPT – Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
- English speaking, reading, and writing proficiency
- Knowledge of medical practice, patient care, medical equipment, and instruments
- Clinical quality assurance and accurate medical records skills
- Proficient computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
- Advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice
- Ability to complete required continuous training and maintain current certifications
- May be required to travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Benefits
Comp & perks- Uniforms/scrubs required and department-approved attire
- Day shift
- Equal opportunity employment