Certified Medical Assistant (Midtown

Certified Medical Assistant (Midtown)

Avenue
360 Health and Wellness Houston, Texas, United States

Avenue 360 is a FQHC that strives to provide high quality and caring service to promote healthy people and communities. Our 360-degree approach addresses medical needs and social and environmental challenges, like housing. Our compassionate care extends to those with and without insurance. We believe income must not determine the level of access to quality health care.

Providing comprehensive, high quality, and caring service is the core of what we do, whether medical, hospice care, engaging adult activities, and supportive housing programs. We strive to address the many social determinants of healthy living in Greater Houston.

We take PRIDE in our work.

We have a positive ATTITUDE.We are CURIOUS.We are COMMITTED.We are CARING and CUSTOMER-SERVICE oriented.

We are a TEAM.We LEARN, GROW, and INNOVATE

Avenue 360 is a FQHC that strives to provide high quality and caring service to promote healthy people and communities. Our 360-degree approach addresses medical needs and social and environmental challenges, like housing. Our compassionate care extends to those with and without insurance. We believe income must not determine the level of access to quality health care.

Providing comprehensive, high quality, and caring service is the core of what we do, whether medical, hospice care, engaging adult activities, and supportive housing programs. We strive to address the many social determinants of healthy living in Greater Houston.

We take PRIDE in our work.

We have a positive ATTITUDE.We are CURIOUS.We are COMMITTED.We are CARING and CUSTOMER-SERVICE oriented.

We are a TEAM.We LEARN, GROW, and INNOVATE

The Medical Assistant is amultiskilledhealth professional who works collaboratively with healthcare providers to deliver high-quality,patient centered care. Trained in both administrative and clinical functions, the Medical Assistant supports efficient clinic operations, ensures patient comfort and safety, and contributes to a positive care experience.

This position is directly accountable for the following key areas:

Provide exceptional, welcoming, and professional interaction for everypatient.

Demonstrate a positive attitude, empathy, optimism, and a strong commitment to service.

Assistpatientsbyidentifyingneeds, answering questions, and findingtimelysolutions.

Communicate clearly using proper language, grammar, tone, and professionalism.

Perform front desk reception duties, including greeting patients with professionalism and warmth.

Answer phones, schedule appointments, and provide instructionsforthe registration process.

Complete andmaintainmedicalrecordsfollowing organizational standards.

Prepare and type correspondence; process mail and manage office communications.

Process, code, and complete insurance claim forms accurately.

Perform purchasing, inventory management, and equipment maintenance tasks.

Use computer-based systems for billing, transcription, scheduling, insurance claims, accounts receivable, and database entry.

Arrange hospital admissions, radiology appointments, and external referrals.

Call prescriptions into pharmaciesbyprovider’s orders.

Welcome and room patients, ensuring a warm and supportive experience.

Measure and document vital signs, patient histories, allergies, and chief complaints.

Provide patient educationregardingmedications, treatments, chronic disease management, and special diets.

Prepare patients for examinations and perform routine screening tests.

Assist providers with exams, minor procedures, and office surgeries.

Prepare lab forms, perform phlebotomy, and collect various lab specimens.

Conduct basic laboratory tests and ensure proper documentation.

Follow the “Time Out” protocol for all procedures.

Demonstrate familiarity with Ryan White, Title X, and Sliding Fee Scale documentation requirements.

Perform EKGs;assistwithX-rayand physical therapy procedures when…