Medical Assistant Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• For LPN candidates: graduate from an accredited school or college nursing program leading to licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• For LPN candidates: have attended a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span, or have at least 400 hours of experience as an RN or LPN at another facility.
• For LPN candidates: hold current practical nurse licensure in the state or states of practice.
• If IV therapy is required, complete a board-approved educational program including IV therapy or a board-approved IV therapy course, by the date of hire or within the department-designated timeframe.
• For Certified Medical Assistant candidates: graduate from a recognized Medical Assistant program.
• For Certified Medical Assistant candidates: be nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant through an accepted certification or registration program.
• For Medical Assistants in North Dakota: hold MAIII registration through the ND Board of Nursing, or obtain it within four months of hire; medication administration before obtaining MAIII registration must be supervised by a licensed nurse.
• For Medical Assistants in North Dakota who do not have MAIII registration at hire: register on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six months of employment and recertify as required.

Nice To Haves

• An associate degree in practical nursing is preferred for LPN candidates.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred for Certified Medical Assistant candidates.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Help ensure the health, comfort, and safety of patients.
• Educate and communicate with patients and their families.
• Work alongside providers and nurses to provide high-quality patient care.

Benefits

• Robust onboarding and training programs for continued growth and development
• Team-focused employee experience