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Houston Vein and Vascular PLLC
Medical Assistant
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$38,045 / year median in Texas
+19% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking to hire a full time Certified Medical Assistant to help us keep up with our growth. If you're dedicated and ambitious, Houston Vein and Vascular is an ideal place to get ahead. We are interested in someone who is familiar with checking eligibility and obtaining procedure authorization. We have a Full Time Role role working on a Monday to Friday schedule. We have 2-3 locations in the Houston metro. The ideal candidate will be able to help cover all as needed. Houston vein and vascular is dedicated to providing the most comprehensive limb salvage program and minimally invasive procedures to our patients, physicians, and the community. By providing office based procedure, we significantly decrease the cost to the patients and the healthcare as a whole. Responsibilities for Medical Assistant Receive and direct phone calls, schedule appointments, check-in patients, obtain necessary patient information to file and update patient records, and ensure all forms and consents are completed by patients Check-out patients, assist with referral processing, and arrange laboratory services Prepare patients for examination, take vitals, and record patients' health history Set-up EKG machines, and perform routine specimen collection and tests Prepare equipment and examination rooms, and clean instruments Assist physician with medical treatments, procedures, and exams Manage inventory of medical supplies and equip exam rooms with appropriate supplies IV placement and lab draws Requirements High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited medical assistance certification program preferred Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and other external parties in a courteous and friendly manner at all times Must be detail-oriented and highly organized Firm grasp on medical practices, administrative processes, and organizational policies Knowledge of patient care and examination procedures Must be able to maintain confidentiality at all times Minimum availability of 12-24 hours each week Vein clinic or vascular experience preferred