Medical Assistant Novice II - Gastroenterology (West Houston)

At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Novice II position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management for the physician practice under the guidance of a Sr. Medical Assistant or Clinical Coordinator. This position will include actively participating and supporting primary clinical teams. The Medical Assistant Novice II position will work with and receive supervision from the physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and RN's. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions. The Medical Assistant Novice II position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• RMA - Registered Medical Assistant (AMT) OR
• CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NAHP) -- American Association of Medical Assistant OR
• CMA - National Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) OR
• CAAMA - Credentialed member, American Academy of Medical Administrators (AAMA) OR
• CCMA - National Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA) OR
• EMT - Emergency Medical Technician - State Certification AND
• BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

• Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments

• Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records

• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures; ability to use good reasoning and judgment

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, co-workers and the public; ability to work with peers in a team situation

• Provide safe patient centered, compassionate and competent care, ability to obtain vital signs

• Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform Yes
• Scrubs Yes
• Business professional No
• Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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