JobsUSASenior Medical Assistant- Primary Care (Spring Valley/Memorial City)
Company : Houston Methodist
Location : Houston, TX, 77002
Posted Date : 15 September 2025
Job Type : Other
Category : Medical Technician
Occupation : Medical Assistant
Job Details
Senior Medical Assistant Certified
At Houston Methodist, the Senior Medical Assistant Certified (Sr. MA) position is responsible for functioning as an expert and demonstrates highly competent knowledge in the more technical and advanced examinations and treatments necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated medical assistant level tasks under the direct supervision of a Physician and/or Registered Nurse for assigned patient populations, for providing high quality support of patient care and services. This position oversees appropriate scope of practice (i.e. Hand Hygiene Validator, EMR super-user). The Sr. 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 Sr. 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. Other duties for the Sr. MA position include independently and expertly performing the duties and responsibilities of preceptor and clinical resource to Medical Assistants, training and orienting others as appropriate.
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.
Qualifications
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: Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
License/Certification: Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT AND BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (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 Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public Ability to work with peers in a team situation Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice
Supplemental Requirements:
Work Attire: Uniform Yes Scrubs Yes Business professional No Other (department approved) Yes
On Call*: On Call* No
Travel**: May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile
With locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group (HMPCG) is dedicated to providing quality patient care for the entire family. HMPCG is proud to be a part of Houston Methodist and its family of hospitals, ensuring efficient access to specialty and hospital services whenever the need arises. As members of the Greater Houston community, HMPCG is committed to the well-being of its patients, providing the right care at the right time in convenient locations throughout the Houston area.
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