Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 9516 West Fm 1097, Willis, TX 77318 Full-time Lone Star Family Health Center 16 reviews

Full-time Medical Assistant Location:

Willis, Texas 77318

Work Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM About This Opportunity Join Lone Star Family Health Center as a Medical Assistant and make a direct impact on patient care every day. In this rewarding role, you'll be the vital link between patients and our clinical team, ensuring every patient receives compassionate, high-quality care. If you're bilingual, detail-oriented, and passionate about healthcare, we want to hear from you! What You'll Do Provide direct patient care and ensure a safe, clean clinical environment with adequate supplies Conduct pre-visit planning and initiate screening protocols, identifying tests and vaccines due per UDS measures and CDC immunization guidelines Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs, recording visit reasons and medical history, performing medication reconciliation, and verifying allergies and recent medical visits Perform blood draws, heel sticks, and waived tests with accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring proper patient identification and order verification Prepare and label laboratory specimens completely according to policy guidelines Monitor patient flow through the clinic, communicating delays and expectations to providers and patients Facilitate continuity of care by scheduling appointments, coordinating with the healthcare team, and maintaining clear communication through phone, written reports, and electronic messaging Assist with medication fills, durable medical equipment (DME) requests, and referral processing Provide professional chaperone support during sensitive procedures including breast exams, pelvic exams, and well-child visits Gather instruments and materials for procedures and provide procedural assistance to medical providers Clean, prepare, and sterilize instruments following standard precautions and autoclave protocols Maintain strict infection control practices including proper hand hygiene, PPE use, biohazard waste disposal, and safe injection techniques Maintain accurate and complete patient medical records Assist with patient translation and help distribute patient communications What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (required for direct patient care) High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in clinical tasks Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment Preferred Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential Previous experience in a clinical or healthcare setting Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems Why Join Lone Star Family Health Center? Lone Star Family Health Center is committed to providing comprehensive, accessible healthcare to our community. As a member of our team, you'll work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals who share your passion for patient care. We value our staff and invest in creating a supportive, collaborative work environment where you can grow your career in healthcare.