Medical Assistant Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Current CPR certification.
• Above-average interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact pleasantly and professionally with patients, especially children, families, visitors, and staff.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills for vital signs, documentation, and inventory.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pediatric procedures, immunizations, and basic diagnostic testing.
• Proficiency in operating medical equipment used for vital signs or other point-of-care tests and performing basic lab tasks.
• Ability to administer injections and handle specimens safely.
• Commitment to confidentiality, privacy protocols, and HIPAA compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and adapt to cross-training.
• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted, including assisting patients with positioning or transfers as required.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move actively for extended periods in a clinical setting.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of related experience and/or training in a medical or pediatric setting.
• Proficiency in medical terminology, procedures, and diagnoses.
• Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program.
• Willingness to attend continuing education courses at the employer's request.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and families, escort them to examination rooms, and help them feel comfortable.
• Interview patients or parents to obtain medical history, allergies, and current concerns; accurately measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation, height, and weight.
• Collect and document pertinent medical data in the patient chart or EMR.
• Perform in-house lab tests; collect specimens, prepare them for testing or send-out, and set up lab equipment as needed.
• Administer immunizations and ordered medications under supervision or direction.
• Enter vaccines into the state system daily and review vaccine status for patients scheduled the next day.
• Assist physicians or mid-level practitioners during examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
• Prepare, clean, disinfect, and restock examination rooms, equipment, and supplies between patients; take out trash as needed and stock lab areas.
• Sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
• Operate and maintain medical equipment and alert the supervisor to malfunctions or supply needs.
• Attend scheduled department staff and clinical meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow privacy protocols, clinic policies, HIPAA requirements, and quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Work in the Chelsea and Sylacauga offices as needed and cross-train for receptionist or other back-office roles at the employer's request.