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At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or administrative leadership.
This position is responsible for assisting providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. The MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes.
This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures.
The MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant.
This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.
Interacts with peers, staff and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding.
Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.
Takes messages via telephone / email to forward to the provider / registered nurse.
Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures, using cultural diversity and inclusion principles.
In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.
Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses / reviews medical and social history (as appropriate).
Documents, in patient's electronic medical record (EMR), care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab / x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc.
Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.
Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability.
QUALITY / SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
GROWTH / INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business / job duties as assigned.
Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include : GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic / outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
CPT - Phlebotomy Technician Certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
ON-CALL*
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
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.
Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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Last updated : 2024-05-07
Full Time
$36k-43k (estimate)
04/26/2024
05/11/2024