Medical Assistant - MHMG Pearland

Memorial Hermann Health System • Pearland, TX

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists providers in administering patient care in assigned clinical areas. Duties include supporting patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatments, and dressing changes, as well as performing general administrative duties in accordance with applicable standards and company policies. Patient care is provided under physician direction and within the scope of a medical assistant. The role is under the overall supervision of the Practice Manager and the direct clinical supervision of a physician. The position primarily follows a predetermined schedule, with occasional evening or weekend work possible based on patient care needs, and requires flexibility to float to other clinic practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program, or eligibility for certification by AMT, AAMA, NHA, or NAHP within 12 months of hire.
• RMA, CMA, CCMA, or NRCMA credential required within 12 months of hire.
• Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Maintain required credentials.
• Six months of medical assistant experience or completion of a medical assistant externship.
• Ability to maintain good communication and positive working relationships with employees, physicians, patients, families, and the public.
• Working knowledge of ICD-9/10 and CPT coding and insurance procedures.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends based on patient care needs and float to other clinic practices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate patient care and cross-train to care for patients in a Patient Centered Medical Home setting.
• Review patient charts before scheduled appointments to confirm requested laboratory work and diagnostic procedures are complete and reports are available to the provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs, reason for visit, and other patient information in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with guidelines.
• Cross-train in patient access tasks, including taking messages and assisting providers with return calls to patients and pharmacies.
• Direct patients to examination rooms, prepare them for examinations, and notify providers when patients are ready.
• Assist providers with examinations and procedures, including surgical procedures, gynecological exams, diagnostic studies, and treatments.
• Operate and monitor equipment and hand instruments to providers.
• Conduct hearing, vision, breathing, and EKG tests and record results in patient charts.
• Administer medications as directed using the seven rights; perform venipuncture, collect urine specimens, and complete laboratory procedures according to policy.
• Handle specimens using Universal Precautions.
• Recognize emergency situations, seek assistance, intervene appropriately, monitor patients during and after procedures, and notify appropriate personnel of medical emergencies.
• Promote safe care for patients, staff, and visitors while following organizational policies, procedures, and standards for time, supplies, productivity, and service quality.
• Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements; support department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Model service standards by creating safe, caring, personalized, compassionate, and efficient experiences for patients and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED