Certified Medical Assistant - Full Time

UCK • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Care for Kids is seeking a compassionate and adaptable Certified Medical Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse, or Registered Nurse to join its pediatric clinical team in the Cy-Fair region. The role supports both clinical and front-office operations to keep clinics running efficiently and provide children and families with an exceptional experience. Duties depend on credentials, scope of practice, training, clinic needs, and Care for Kids policies. The position may involve patient intake and triage, assisting providers with procedures, medication administration, laboratory testing, radiology support, patient education, insurance verification, registration, and other clinic functions. Team members are expected to take initiative, adapt quickly, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Clinic schedules vary by region. DFW and Austin clinics operate Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Houston clinics operate Monday through Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Compensation depends on experience, qualifications, employment classification, and other relevant factors.

Requirements

• Current CMA/RMA/NCMA certification, Texas LVN license, or Texas RN license.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least 6 months of recent clinical experience in pediatrics, urgent care, family medicine, or a similar outpatient setting.
• Experience with patient intake, vital signs, clinical documentation, and assisting providers with patient care.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and basic clinical procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced pediatric environment and support both clinical and front-office responsibilities.
• Availability to work assigned schedules, including evenings and weekends, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of pediatric or urgent care experience.
• Experience with phlebotomy, vaccinations, medication administration, laboratory testing, splinting, or radiology support, as permitted by scope of practice.
• Experience with patient registration and insurance verification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Welcome, room, and triage pediatric patients, including obtaining and documenting vital signs and presenting concerns.
• Communicate pertinent patient information and abnormal findings to the provider.
• Accurately document patient information and visit details in the electronic medical record.
• Assist providers with procedures and patient care, including splinting, vaccines, medication administration, phlebotomy, laboratory testing, and radiology.
• Administer and document medications as directed by the provider and permitted within scope of practice.
• Collect specimens and perform applicable CLIA-waived testing.
• Prepare, clean, stock, and maintain examination and treatment rooms.
• Support patient and caregiver education and follow-up as directed by the provider.
• Assist with radiology procedures, including appropriate patient positioning; training is provided.
• Support front-office functions, including patient registration, insurance verification, telephone support, and payment collection.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable clinical and safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with providers and teammates to maintain efficient patient flow and exceptional patient care.
• Support other clinic responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time team members.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.
• Voluntary life and disability insurance.
• Legal and identity theft protection.
• Paid time off for eligible full-time team members.
• 401(k) for full-time and eligible part-time team members.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free in-clinic and telemedicine visits for employees and eligible dependents.
• Corporate discount program.
• Company-paid BLS and PALS renewal classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed