Medical Assistant Jobs in The Woodlands, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy and administer injections, if applicable.
• Ability to perform dosage calculations and measurement conversions.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, in writing and verbally, with internal personnel, providers, outside organizations, patients, and patients’ family members.
• Good organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and work effectively with the groups listed above.
• Ability to use a computer and enter data in an electronic medical records application.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Dependable, reliable, and punctual.
• For Florida positions, eligibility to obtain Medical Assistant certification requires graduation from a nationally accredited Medical Assistant program or honorable discharge after serving in the Armed Forces as a Medical Technician.

Nice To Haves

• For Florida positions, Certified Medical Assistant certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain it within the first 120 days of employment.
• Current CPR and/or BLS certification is preferred, or the ability to obtain certification through Women’s Care training within 30 days of employment.
• Experience working in OB/GYN or primary care is a plus.
• Experience with the eCW electronic medical records application is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for office visits and assist patients and family members before, during, and after provider visits.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during treatment, procedures, examinations, and testing.
• Prepare, restock, and sterilize examination rooms, procedure rooms, laboratory areas, and other patient care areas according to established policies and procedures.
• Record patients’ medical history, health maintenance information, and chief complaints.
• Measure, record, and document vital signs.
• Where applicable and as directed by the provider, perform phlebotomy, injections, and other specimen collection according to established policies and procedures.
• Educate patients by providing information and instructions as directed by the provider.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Sterilize medical instruments according to established standards and procedures.
• Relay messages from patients and front office staff to providers.
• Represent the office professionally and treat internal and external customers courteously and cooperatively.
• Participate in team activities and professional development activities.
• Attend required meetings.
• Demonstrate and embody the Women’s Care mission and core values.
• Comply with HIPAA rules, regulations, and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan
• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to make a difference in patients’ lives every day