Medical Assistant Bilingual - Sharpstown

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

At Legacy Community Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, the Bilingual Medical Assistant is an essential part of the team, helping to create meaningful connections with patients and supporting providers in delivering exceptional care. This role involves being hands-on in patient care, assisting with exams, preparing treatment rooms, administering injections, drawing blood, and helping with diagnostic tests. The position is within a mission-driven environment that prioritizes relationships, collaboration, and community impact, offering mentorship and professional development opportunities. Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years, with over 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region. The organization is committed to driving healthy change in communities, valuing approachable and collaborative team members who bring expertise without ego, are driven and committed to excellence, and are perceptive and thoughtful communicators.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
BLS/CPR Certification required
Up to one year experience
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
Basic front desk, clerical or healthcare support specialist skills/experience
Ability to work with clinical staff, works well under pressure, and multitask within a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to the concepts of preventive health care and team approach to health care delivery
Experience working with computers
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Phlebotomy skills preferred
Experience with electronic medical records, preferred.

Responsibilities

Interview patients to collect medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
Record medical history, vital statistics, and test results accurately in electronic medical records.
Collect and prepare blood, tissue, or other specimens for laboratory testing.
Assist physicians during patient examinations, ensuring all instruments and materials are readily available.
Prepare and maintain treatment rooms by ensuring cleanliness and restocking supplies.
Clean and sterilize instruments, and manage contaminated supplies following safety protocols.
Conduct phone consultations with patients regarding test results and health concerns.
Process specimens with proper labeling and prepare them for lab pickups.
Perform phlebotomy and other diagnostic tests as required.
Administer medications, including oral, intramuscular, SubQ, and topical, as ordered by the provider.
Ensure proper documentation of all patient care activities.
Stock exam rooms with necessary supplies, check for expired items, and manage waste appropriately.
Participate in OSHA compliance programs and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.
Foster a respectful and courteous environment for patients and staff alike.
Collaborate within a primary care medical home model to deliver comprehensive care.
Attend safety training programs and adhere to established safety protocols.
Maintain work areas and equipment in compliance with Legacy and governmental standards.
Report any safety concerns promptly and follow exposure control plans as required.
Demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment to ensure a safe work environment.
Participate in annual education programs and take on other duties as assigned.