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Baylor College of Medicine

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Baylor College of Medicine
</b></h2></div><div><p>Baylor (www.bcm.edu) is recognized as one of the nation&rsquo;s premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, and healthcare and community service. Located in the heart of the world's largest medical center (Texas Medical Center), Baylor is affiliated with multiple educational, healthcare and research affiliates (Baylor Affiliates).</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery (department) in the Division of Cardio/Thoracic Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) seeks a highly qualified individual with a PhD and postdoctoral experience in Computer Science, Data Science, Medical Informatics or Equivalent Field. The Assistant Professor would serve as scientific lead for Dr. Ravi Ghanta, overseeing the Department of Surgery ATLAS AI program they would make decisions and take responsibility for scientific progress and help Dr. Ghanta manage the large team involved in the grant.</p><p></p><p><br>
Under this role, the Assistant Professor will work on research projects involving machine learning and artificial intelligence with application to electronic health data. The Assistant Professor is expected to be able to perform overseeing data engineering of electronic health data for application of machine learning or artificial intelligence tools, interoperability with EHR systems, and evaluation of algorithm predictive performance. The Assistant Professor is also expected to lead research personnel involved in the Dept of Surgery ATLAS Ai program. They will interact directly with postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and medical students.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>Oversee and coordinate logistics and execution of various research projects.</li><li>Manage project progress and execution of project goals and milestones.</li><li>Plan and direct research experiments related to research studies implementing the MasSpec Pen technology for tissue analysis and cancer detection.</li><li>Organize, evaluate, and analyze data with other researchers.</li><li>Develop research techniques and perform applications required for specific research projects.</li><li>Conduct literature searches and summarize information in an appropriate format for a particular study.</li><li>Document results of experiments and reports to principal investigators.</li><li>Supervise, schedule and coordinate the activities of the research team involved in multiple research projects.</li><li>Write progress reports, manuscripts and grant proposals.</li><li>Manage execution of experiments using mass spectrometry instrumentation, as well as data and statistical analysis.</li><li>Lead clinical studies and participate in research involving human subjects. Interact directly with clinicians, surgeons, and pathologists to fulfill the aims of the research projects.</li><li>Supervise research staff including graduate and undergraduate students.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><p>
Required Education and Experience: Ph.D. in computer science, data science, medical informatics, or related field. Successful track record of collaboration with clinical investigators and in interdisciplinary teams; accomplished academic record sufficient to fulfill criteria for an assistant professor level faculty appointment at Baylor College of Medicine.</p></div></div></div><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div><p></p>

Assistant Professor - Cardio/Thoracic Surgery

Houston Methodist

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Physician Assistant (PA) (ACLS) functions as an advanced practice practitioner, responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of the patient requiring care, practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician. This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, surgical and preventative care, under the supervision of a physician. The PA (ACLS) position exams, diagnoses and decides treatment for patients, including analyzing and interpreting x-rays and lab results, writes prescriptions, takes patients' histories, provides surgical assistance, and orders various forms of therapy. This position may work in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently under the license of a physician or as part of a treatment team. The PA (ACLS) position affects direct patient care according to the Board of Physician Assistant Examiners in the State of Texas and Houston Methodist policies and procedures.
<div><p><b>
FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</p></li><li><p>
Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
EXPERIENCE</b></p><ul><li><p>
One year of clinical experience</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b></p><ul><li><p>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES</b></p><ul><li><p>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</p></li><li><p>
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</p></li><li><p>
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</p></li><li><p>
Use of critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physicians Assistants</p></li><li><p>
Accepts accountability for outcomes in healthcare</p></li><li><p>
Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care</p></li><li><p>
Strong organizational and problem-solving skill as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components</p></li><li><p>
Ability to exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates proficient time management skills</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>
Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, inter-professional consultant, and patient advocate. Participates in rounding independently or with physicians/surgeons and attends interdisciplinary rounds, as appropriate, by specialty.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment. Acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication. May serve as first call for hospital staff. Serves as preceptor for Physician Assistant students and medical residents, as appropriate.</p></li><li><p>
Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice in a respectful and positive manner when interacting with staff. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability. Facilitates the promotion of teamwork. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score for employee engagement.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates with inter-professional health care team members to manage/coordinate patient care. Advocates on patient/family&rsquo;s behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>
Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care between health care providers and other ancillary clinicians, as appropriate, under a physician license, for a defined patient population(s), focusing on identified expected unit/optimal outcomes, individualized to the patient. Helps drive improvement of department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.</p></li><li><p>
Collaborates quality health care with inter-professional team members to manage/coordinate patient care.</p></li><li><p>
Responds and is available timely to patient questions/issues that arise as triaged by clinical staff and provides assistance for emergencies, as needed.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>
Performs independent or delegated functions under physician license, such as diagnosis, use of prescriptive authority, and treatment according to practice guidelines, protocols, and/or standing orders.</p></li><li><p>
Reviews medications and test reports on patients, responds to critical test results, and advises on any corrective action based on the results.</p></li><li><p>
Conducts comprehensive health assessments (initial, ongoing, discharge), identifies normal/abnormal health characteristics, develops plan of care, initiates appropriate interventions, and evaluates care outcomes on defined patient populations. Performs quality and safe diagnostic, surgical and/or therapeutic procedures necessary for defined patient populations.</p></li><li><p>
Assists the inter-professional health care team in the development and implementation of protocols to ensure patient safety. Integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>
Performs accurate and timely documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding.</p></li><li><p>
Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, decreasing length of stay, optimizing efficiency, and other areas according to department specifications. Projects awareness and understanding of resource allocation based on patient needs and staff experience, knowledge, and skills.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>
Fosters identification and implementation of innovative solutions to improve patient care or department operations such as the organization&rsquo;s quality metrics or other department-specific measures by leading and/or participating in department and/or hospital projects/activities or a hospital committee.</p></li><li><p>
Provides education of information/knowledge in professional activities such as research, presentations, and publications. Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b></p><ul><li><p>
Uniform: No</p></li><li><p>
Scrubs: Yes</p></li><li><p>
Business professional: Yes</p></li><li><p>
Other (department approved): Yes</p></li></ul></li><li><div><b><br>
ON-CALL*</b><br>
<ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></div><ul><li><p>
On Call* Yes</p></li></ul></li><li><p><b><br>
TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i></p><ul><li><p>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</p></li><li><p>
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes</p></li></ul></li></ul></div>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><p></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</p></li><li><p>
Graduate from accredited Physician Assistant program by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
EXPERIENCE</b></p><ul><li><p>
One year of clinical experience</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b></p><ul><li><p>
PA - Physician Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV by the Texas Board of Physician Assistants <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
PA-C - Physician Assistant-Certified (NCCPA) - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant_PSV <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association <b>and</b></p></li><li><p>
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Company Profile:</b></p><p>
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery (Medical Center)

University of Houston

<div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Administrative Assistant II</b></h3>
 <div></div><div><div><ul><li>496309
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Full-Time
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Closing on: Jun 17 2026
</li> </ul></div><div></div><div><ul><li>Social Work</li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
</b></div></div><div></div><div><b>
</b></div></div><div><b>Department</b>: Social Work <b>Salary</b>: $36,294 - $40,000
<p><b>Description</b>:</p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2>
<div>
<p>The Administrative Assistant II performs a variety of administrative tasks, including financial and human resources tasks, to support the students, staff, and faculty of a moderately complex department or unit.</p>
</div>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Duties</b></h2>
<div><ul><li>Provides general assistance and information to students, faculty, and staff as required</li>
<li>Performs general office tasks, including, but not limited to, answering phones and emails, ordering office supplies, running reports, ordering promotional items, and ordering business cards</li>
<li>Maintains records relating to administrative, financial, and human resources matters</li>
<li>Prepares expenditure and personnel documents; assists with budget reconciliations</li>
<li>Receives and submits facilities requests; coordinates the planned maintenance and acquisition of equipment and services from the IT and Facilities departments</li>
<li>Prepares and distributes communications and correspondence on behalf of others</li>
<li>Assists with contracts as required, gathering quotes, preparing documents, and obtaining signatures</li>
<li>Maintains diaries and schedules for others as necessary, including scheduling appointments, organizing meetings, and making travel arrangements</li>
<li>Assists with coordinating events; attends and assists at events as required</li>
<li>Maintains departmental inventory</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Marginal Duties</b></h2>
<div><ul><li>Performs all other duties as assigned</li>
<li>Performs tasks related to specific department/college</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supervisory Responsibilities</b></h2>
<div>
<p>Direct Reports:</p>
<ul>
<li>May supervise Student Employees</li>
</ul>
<p>Delegation of Work:</p>
<ul>
<li>May assign work to subordinate(s)</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervision Given:</p>
<ul>
<li>May supervise the work of student workers</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2>
<div>
<p>Required Education:</p>
<ul>
<li>30 hours of college course work</li>
<li>Experience in lieu of education</li>
</ul>
<p>Required Experience:</p>
<ul>
<li>Minimum of two (2) years of related job experience</li>
</ul>
<p>License/Certification:</p>
<ul>
<li>None required</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><ul><li>None</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b></h2>
<div>
<p>Knowledge:</p>
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of general office and administration tasks and equipment</li>
<li>Knowledge of relevant university policies and procedures</li>
</ul>
<p>Skills:</p>
<ul>
<li>Good technical skills, including strong proficiency in MS Office and PeopleSoft</li>
<li>Strong analytical and problem solving skills</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills</li>
<li>Good attention to detail</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills</li>
</ul>
<p>Abilities:</p>
<ul>
<li>Ability to work in a timely manner</li>
<li>Ability to multitask</li>
<li>Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse university community</li>
</ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Work Location and Physical Demands</b></h2>
<div>
<p>Primary Work Location:</p>
<ul>
<li>Works in an office environment</li>
</ul>
<p>Physical Demands:</p>
<ul>
<li>Work is performed in a typical interior work environment which does not subject the employee to any unpleasant elements; individual has discretion in relation to walking, standing etc., and has minimal exposure to physical risks</li>
<li>Must have precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors</li>
<li>Must have the ability to move items of up to 40lbs.</li>
</ul>
</div><p>All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.</p>
<p>
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.</p></div></div></div></div>

Administrative Assistant II

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Novice II position is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management for the physician practice under the guidance of a Sr. Medical Assistant or Clinical Coordinator. This position will include actively participating and supporting primary clinical teams. The Medical Assistant Novice II position will work with and receive supervision from the physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and RN's. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions. The Medical Assistant Novice II position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
<div><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Non-exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Completion of one year in Novice I program or a Medical Assistant Externship program
</li><li>Health care experience preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT <b>and</b></li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b><ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul><br>
<b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</b><ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>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
</li><li>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
</li><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
</li><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
</li><li>Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures; ability to use good reasoning and judgment
</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, co-workers and the public; ability to work with peers in a team situation
</li><li>Provide safe patient centered, compassionate and competent care, ability to obtain vital signs
</li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Provides follow-up contact with patient, as appropriate, to ensure compliance with recommendations-medications, lab/x-ray, specialist visits, PCP visits, dieticians, CDE, etc.
</li><li>After visit, reviews summary with patients, when appropriate; develops a workflow to ensure smooth transition of care for patients.
</li><li>Collaborate with the patients, physicians and other care team members assessing the patients&rsquo; progress toward individual health care goals.
</li><li>Seeks guidance from interprofessional health care team, when needed, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes. Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving.
</li></ul><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Prepares patients for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room.
</li><li>Provides care to patients assigned within department, defined limits. Anticipate the needs of the specific patient population.
</li><li>Obtains and documents vital signs, chief complaints, medication reviews, medical and social history.
</li><li>Educates patients about self-management tasks they can undertake to gain greater control of their health status.
</li><li>Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to department score for patient satisfaction.
</li></ul><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation.
</li><li>Assists with care coordination with hospital, ER, consulting physicians and/or community resources, when appropriate, to including handling of triage patient calls.
</li><li>Prepares, cleans and maintains exam and treatment rooms. Assists with maintaining, cleaning, and stocking of equipment and supplies as established in assigned department.
</li></ul><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Assist with patient care in the health care continuum to achieve optimum outcomes in a safe and cost-effective manner.
</li><li>Manages time effectively and prioritizes daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, seeking assistance as appropriate. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
</li></ul><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b>
Identifies own learning needs, consults with healthcare team experts and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Participate in professional development activities. Completes and updates My Development plan (MDP) on an on-going basis.<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Completion of one year in Novice I program or a Medical Assistant Externship program
</li><li>Health care experience preferred
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT <b>and</b></li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Medical Assistant Novice II- Neurosurgery (Katy/West Houston)

<div>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 advances 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.
<div><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Non-exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT <b>and</b></li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b><ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul><br>
<b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</b><ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>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
</li><li>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
</li><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
</li><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
</li><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment
</li><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
</li><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications
</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public
</li><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation
</li><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose
</li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.
</li><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.
</li><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues&rsquo; though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.
</li></ul><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.
</li><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient&rsquo;s electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
</li><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.
</li><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.
</li><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.
</li></ul><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.
</li><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.
</li></ul><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.
</li><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.
</li></ul><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.
</li><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.
</li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT <b>and</b></li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Certified Senior Medical Assistant - Neurology (Clear Lake)

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Department of Pathology at Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with Texas Children&rsquo;s Hospital, is seeking a Research Assistant I. Texas Children&rsquo;s Hospital has established a large pediatric biobank in which patient samples are collected and banked to support future multi-omic and translational research. We are seeking a candidate to perform responsible research support activities related to biospecimen processing, documentation, and regulatory compliance under the direction of the Lab Director and senior staff. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and contribute to the development and maintenance of a high-quality research resource. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented, with experience in molecular biology techniques and strong troubleshooting skills.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Coordinates the receipt, accessioning, processing, and storage of biological specimens according to approved biobank standard operating procedures (SOPs).</li><li>
Performs laboratory procedures such as DNA extraction from blood and other biospecimens using established protocols.</li><li>
Conducts literature and protocol reviews to support implementation of new sample types, technologies, or workflows.</li><li>
Oversees routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, automated platforms, and the biobank work environment to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency.</li><li>
Orders laboratory supplies and equipment and monitors inventory levels.</li><li>
Assigns activities to less experienced research or biobank staff.</li><li>
Performs other job-related duties as assigned in support of the biobank&rsquo;s research mission.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in a Basic Science or a related field.</li><li>
Two years of relevant experience.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Master's degree in basic science or a related field.</li><li>
Experience performing DNA extraction and/or PCR.</li><li>
Experience operating liquid handlers or other automated laboratory equipment.</li><li>
Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).</li><li>
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>
Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to work independently within defined protocols and make sound operational decisions.</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Work Authorization Requirement:</b></p><p><b>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</b> Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.</p><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div>

Research Assistant I - Biobank

<div>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 advances 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.
<div><b>FLSA STATUS</b><br>
Non-exempt<br>
<br>
<b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT <b>and</b></li><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b><ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul><br>
<b>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</b><ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>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
</li><li>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
</li><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
</li><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
</li><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment
</li><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
</li><li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications
</li><li>Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public
</li><li>Ability to work with peers in a team situation
</li><li>Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose
</li>Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.
</li><li>Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.
</li><li>Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues&rsquo; though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.
</li></ul><br>
<b>SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.
</li><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient&rsquo;s electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
</li><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.
</li><li>Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.
</li><li>Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.
</li></ul><br>
<b>QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.
</li><li>Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.
</li></ul><br>
<b>FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.
</li><li>Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.
</li></ul><br>
<b>GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b><ul><li>
Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.
</li><li>Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities.
</li>Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><br>
<br>
<b>SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b><br>
<ul><b>
WORK ATTIRE</b><li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): Yes
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>ON-CALL*</b><br>
<li><ul><li><i>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</i></li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li><br>
<b>TRAVEL**</b><br>
<i>**Travel specifications may vary by department**</i><li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div><b>QUALIFICATIONS</b><br>
<br>
<b>EDUCATION</b><ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul><br>
<b>EXPERIENCE</b><ul><li>
Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
</li></ul><br>
<b>LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS</b><br>
<b>Required</b><ul><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT <b>and</b></li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
</li></ul><b>Preferred</b>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)<br>
<ul><li>
</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Company Profile:</b></p><p>
With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to the entire family and to the communities where our patients work and live. As part of the Houston Methodist health system &mdash; one of the nation&rsquo;s leading health systems &mdash; the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation&rsquo;s leading hospitals and health care professionals.</p><p>
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p></div>

Certified Senior Medical Assistant - Primary Care (West Houston)

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