Medical Assistant- OB/GYN Medical Center Associates
Location: Onsite at our care center - 7900 Fannin St # 4000, Houston, TX 77054
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Medical Assistant to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced clinical setting. This role is crucial for ensuring smooth patient flow and delivering exceptional support to both physicians and patients. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and be able to effectively manage a variety of front and back office duties.
Essential Job Duties:
Greet and escort patients to the exam room, ensuring their comfort.
Obtain and record patient vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
Prepare patients for and assist physicians with exams and minor procedures.
Administer injections and perform phlebotomy.
Perform effective telephone triage by evaluating calls for emergencies.
Provide clear and thorough patient education on health care concerns, medications, and procedures.
Manage patient flow, verify demographic and insurance information, and collect co-pays and balances.
Schedule patient appointments and manage referrals.
Ensure all exam rooms are cleaned, stocked, and instruments are properly sterilized.
Maintain accurate patient charting and uphold strict HIPAA guidelines.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant; OB/GYN experience preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Athena EMR experience is preferred.
Skilled in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships.
Education/Certificate/License
High School Graduate or GED
Physical Demands
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination; requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time; occasionally lifts and carries times weighing up to 50 pounds; requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range; requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.
Compensation:
The hourly rate for this position ranges from $18 to $22 per hour. Exact compensation will be determined based on the candidate's education, relevant experience, and location.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
#LI-DNI
Privia Health is committed to creating and fostering a work environment that allows and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We understand that healthcare is local and we are better when our people are a reflection of the communities that we serve. Our goal is to encourage people to pursue all opportunities regardless of their age, color, national origin, physical or mental (dis)ability, race, religion, gender, sex, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.