Medical Assistant Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse license from the state of employment, or LPN applicant status.
• Active Medical Assisting certification from an accepted certifying organization: CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, or NRCMA; NRCMA is not accepted in South Carolina.
• In South Carolina, completion of an accepted medical-assisting education or training pathway is required; ABR-OE and NAHP certification are not accepted in South Carolina.
• High school diploma or GED.
• In South Carolina, completion of an accredited medical assistant post-secondary program, an approved career and technical education health sciences program, a military medical assisting program, a U.S. Department of Labor-approved registered apprenticeship, or an employer-delivered training program aligned to a nationally accredited certification exam.
• BLS certification is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; the LPN section also states BLS is required within 30 days and/or before independent patient care.
• Ability to document patient information and medical records, measure vital signs, and communicate patient conditions and care needs.
• Ability to administer medications within scope, collect and prepare laboratory specimens, perform routine laboratory tasks, and maintain or dispose of instruments and supplies appropriately.
• Strong oral and written communication, attention to detail, critical thinking, teamwork, collaboration, multitasking, time management, adaptability, dependability, and active listening.
• Ability to use standard office equipment such as a computer, copier, telephone, and fax machine.
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the age and developmental needs of patients served.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment and perform the physical tasks described, including lifting or carrying, pushing or pulling, bending, walking, and standing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience is preferred; the LPN section specifies one year of clinical patient-care experience.
• EPIC electronic health record experience or training is preferred.
• BLS certification is preferred upon hire in the LPN section, subject to the stated requirement before independent patient care.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant post-secondary education program is preferred outside South Carolina.
• Completion of an externship or clinical lab training is preferred.
• One year of recent Medical Assisting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patient conditions, identify significant changes, and report them to the provider.
• Collaborate with providers to develop and maintain patients’ plans of care and coordinate care with other healthcare entities.
• Educate patients, families, and staff under provider or manager direction.
• Administer medications and vaccinations safely within the applicable role, scope of practice, organizational policies, and state requirements.
• Obtain and document vital signs and other patient information, including medical history and chief complaints.
• Room patients and prepare them for examinations and treatment; assist providers during patient care as appropriate.
• Document accurately in electronic medical records and manage EHR in-basket messages according to provider instructions.
• Support virtual health visits, including visit setup, pre-charting, patient preparation, troubleshooting, and collection of relevant information.
• Manage patient messages and communications, schedule tests and appointments, and perform telephonic patient triage.
• Complete front-desk workflows as needed, including registration, scheduling, check-in/check-out, phone triage, and cash handling.
• Follow up on orders, appointments, referrals, and visits; track referrals, labs, and diagnostic tests; collect co-pays as needed.
• Maintain clean, orderly, safe, and properly supplied work areas, examination rooms, and equipment; dispose of contaminated supplies appropriately.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate concerns to the provider, supervisor, or appropriate internal resource.
• Maintain clinical and administrative competencies and provide excellent service to internal and external customers.
• Travel to other facilities or adjust hours to meet patient-care needs as directed by the practice manager.
• In a lead LPN role, serve as a subject matter expert and clinical and professional mentor.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
• 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• HSA/FSA options.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability.
• Mental health resources and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental leave, and FMLA leave.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.