Medical Assistant Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Certified Medical Assistant certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) (required within 30-90 days of hire)

Nice To Haves

• 1 year pediatric/ambulatory care experience
• EMR systems experience
• RMA, CCMA, NCMA
• Spanish proficiency
• Familiarity with MS Office tools, HIPAA, infection control, patient safety protocols
• Interest in casting

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians, nursing and other health care professional with procedures, the intake and depart processes.
• Accurately documents findings during the intake process in the EMR.
• Provides effective communication with patients and families that will enable safe and effective patient care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Communicates with family effectively regarding referrals to other sources.
• Transfers and assists patients to examining rooms and other departments as necessary.
• Informs patients of any delays in care.
• Escorts patients to other services when needed.
• Maintains an inventory of examination/procedure room supplies.
• Assists in the organization of efficient patient flow.
• Organizes the clinic environment to assure patient safety.
• Cross-trained in casting.