Lead Medical Assistant
About The Position
Bee Busy Wellness Center in Houston, Texas, is seeking a motivated and experienced Lead Medical Assistant to guide and support clinical staff while contributing to patient care. The role combines clinical assistance with team leadership and oversight of daily clinic operations. The Lead Medical Assistant supports providers during procedures and examinations, helps maintain an efficient patient flow, and serves as a communication link between clinical staff and providers. Bee Busy Wellness Center is a nonprofit, community-based health center and Federally Qualified Health Center serving communities in Harris County. Its mission is to offer a medical home to all, regardless of ability to pay, and to provide compassionate, comprehensive wellness services. The organization provides preventive health, dental, behavioral health, and substance abuse services, and uses a sliding fee scale to help ensure cost is not a barrier to care.
Requirements
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA) credential required.
- Minimum 2–3 years of medical assistant experience; experience in a primary care or wellness setting is preferred.
- Proficiency with EHR/EMR systems and clinical documentation.
- Strong phlebotomy, vital signs, and clinical procedure skills.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Compassionate, patient-focused demeanor and a team-first attitude.
Nice To Haves
- Prior supervisory or lead experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience in a primary care or wellness setting.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor medical assistants by providing guidance, training, and daily oversight.
- Assist providers with clinical procedures, examinations, and patient care activities.
- Manage patient flow, room patients, record vital signs, and update medical histories.
- Administer injections, perform phlebotomy, and conduct basic diagnostic tests as directed.
- Oversee scheduling, supply inventory, and organization of clinical areas to support daily operations.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and clinic-specific policies and procedures.
- Serve as a point of contact between clinical staff and providers to optimize the patient experience.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
