Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant (Pediatrics) Job OverviewJoin Legacy Community Health and become a pivotal player in the digital transformation of healthcare. As a Medical Assistant, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing patient care within a primary care medical home, leveraging innovative technology and a team-based approach to deliver exceptional outcomes.Schedule: Monday-Friday (8AM-5PM) Role Highlights: Be a part of a pioneering team that integrates cutting-edge practices in patient care, ensuring timely access and continuity.Impact: Drive whole-person care by empowering patients to manage their health through breakthrough self-management skills.Growth Opportunities: Thrive in an environment committed to continuous advancement, with access to loan repayment programs.Collaborative Environment: Work within a dynamic team that values data-driven approaches and agile methodologies to innovate healthcare delivery.Mission-Driven: Contribute to a mission of transforming community healthcare for a better future.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct patient interviews to gather medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.Accurately record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.Collect and document laboratory specimens, ensuring proper handling and preparation for testing.Assist physicians in examining and treating patients, including handing instruments and performing tasks such as injections and suture removal.Prepare and maintain treatment rooms, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for patient examinations.Clean, sterilize instruments, and manage contaminated supplies.Engage in phone consultations with clients regarding test results and health concerns.Process laboratory specimens, ensuring accurate labeling and packaging for lab pick-up.Perform phlebotomy and other diagnostic tests as required.Administer medications orally, intramuscularly, subcutaneously, and topically as ordered.Ensure comprehensive documentation of patient care procedures and outcomes.Manage exam room inventories, checking for expired stock and replacing sharps containers and biohazard waste as necessary.Contribute to OSHA compliance through participation in Hazard Communication and Accident Prevention programs.Participate actively in the Performance Improvement Program, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.Uphold the dignity and respect of all patients, families, visitors, and colleagues.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.BLS/CPR Certification mandatory.Up to one year of experience in a healthcare setting.Proficient in communication and customer service skills.Basic skills in front desk, clerical, or healthcare support.Ability to collaborate with clinical staff and manage multiple tasks under pressure.Commitment to preventive healthcare and team-based delivery concepts.Experience working with computers and Microsoft Office applications.Bilingual proficiency in English/Spanish is preferred.Phlebotomy skills are considered advantageous.Familiarity with electronic medical records is preferred.About Legacy Community HealthAs the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to healthevery day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a jobthey want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our missionDriving healthy change in our communitiesguides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:Approachable & CollaborativeWe bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.Driven & CommittedWe are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy changewithin ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.Perceptive & Thoughtful CommunicatorsWe value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.