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Kindle Clinic

<p><b>Job Summary</b><br/>We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional patient care while supporting clinical and administrative functions across diverse medical settings. Your expertise will help ensure smooth clinic operations, accurate patient documentation, and high-quality medical support. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your skills in patient service, clinical procedures, and medical administration will make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.</p><p><b>Duties</b></p><ul><li>Assist with patient intake by collecting medical histories, verifying insurance information, and updating electronic health records (EHR systems)</li><li>Measure vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates with precision and professionalism</li><li>Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout their visit</li><li>Support physicians with clinical tasks including medication administration, wound care, and specimen collection</li><li>Perform basic diagnostic procedures such as X-ray imaging and assist with emergency medicine protocols when necessary</li><li>Document patient encounters accurately using ICD coding for diagnoses and procedures to ensure proper billing and record-keeping</li><li>Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment while adhering to infection control standards and hospital protocols</li><li>Provide medical administrative support by scheduling appointments, managing patient flow, and coordinating follow-up care</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>Certified Medical Assistant credential from an accredited program with current certification status</li><li>Proven experience in outpatient clinics or hospital environments, preferably within dermatology, internal medicine, or urgent care settings</li><li>Knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology essential for effective patient care</li><li>Hands-on experience with EHR systems for documentation and data entry</li><li>Ability to perform vital signs measurement accurately and efficiently in inpatient or outpatient settings</li><li>Familiarity with ICD coding, medication administration protocols, and basic life support (BLS) certification required</li><li>Prior experience working in Level I or Level II trauma centers or emergency medicine environments is highly desirable</li><li>Strong patient service skills with a compassionate approach to diverse populations including geriatrics and pediatric intensive care units (PICU)</li><li>Ability to adapt quickly in high-pressure situations such as hospital medicine or urgent care scenarios</li></ul><p>Join our team to be part of a vibrant healthcare community dedicated to delivering outstanding patient-centered care. We value energetic professionals who are eager to grow their skills while making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our patients. All roles are paid positions that recognize your expertise and commitment to excellence.</p><p>Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Certified Medical Assistant with experience

Avenue 360 Health and Wellness

<div>
 <strong>
  About Avenue360 Health And Wellness
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 </strong>
 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.
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 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.
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   Our Values PACT
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   We take PRIDE in our work.
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   We have a positive ATTITUDE.
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   We are CURIOUS.
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   We are COMMITTED.
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   We are CARING and CUSTOMER-SERVICE oriented.
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   We are a TEAM.
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  <li>
   We LEARN, GROW, and INNOVATE
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 </ul>
 <strong>
  Overview
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 The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled health professional (MSHP) who works interdependently with other health care professionals to provide quality health care to the patient. The Medical Assistant is educated and trained to perform both administrative and clinical skills in the medical care environment. The Medical Assistant is directly responsible to the physician-employer who hires him/her or any other physician-appointed supervisor in the facility. Medical Assisting is a distinct, unique allied health discipline separate from all other allied health professions governed by the Curriculum Review Board (CRB) and Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) of AMA and AAMA.
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  Duties And Responsibilities
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  <strong>
   I. ADMINISTRATIVE
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 <ul>
  <li>
   Front desk reception.
  </li>
  <li>
   Answering phones and scheduling appointments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Greet patients, completion of registration forms, and gives instructions.
  </li>
  <li>
   Filing and maintaining medical records.
  </li>
  <li>
   Filing and maintaining financial records.
  </li>
  <li>
   Preparing and typing correspondence.
  </li>
  <li>
   Processing, coding, and completing insurance claim forms.
  </li>
  <li>
   Processing mail.
  </li>
  <li>
   Purchasing and maintaining supplies and equipment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performing computer skills in patient billing, transcription, scheduling, insurance claims, accounts receivable, and data base entry.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performing accounting, billing, and banking procedures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Arranging for hospital admissions and outside referrals for the physician.
  </li>
  <li>
   Calling prescriptions to the pharmacy for the provider.
  </li>
  <li>
   Communication skills using appropriate medical terminology.
  </li>
  <li>
   Following appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct.
  </li>
  <li>
   Joint Commission Readiness-badges on, no food, drink or cell phones at desks, Screen shields on any medical information or laptops when not present.
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   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
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  <strong>
   II. CLINICAL
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   <br/>
  </strong>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Rooming patient with a Warm Welcome
  </li>
  <li>
   Measuring and recording vital signs. Recording patient interview, history and chief complaint and allergies if applicable.
  </li>
  <li>
   Providing patient education with regards to office policies, medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets.
  </li>
  <li>
   Preparing patients for examinations and performing routine screening tests.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assisting the physician with exams and minor office surgery.
  </li>
  <li>
   Preparing the lab form, phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performing basic lab tests.
  </li>
  <li>
   Follows the &ldquo;Time Out&rdquo; Protocol for all procedures
  </li>
  <li>
   Familiar with our Ryan White, Title X, Sliding Fee scale documentation
  </li>
  <li>
   Performing EKGs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assisting with X-ray and Physical Therapy procedures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Preparing and administering medications with physician&rsquo;s authorizations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Change dressings, applying bandages, and other first aid procedures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintaining supplies, equipment, stocking, and sterilizing instruments.
  </li>
  <li>
   Disposing of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
  </li>
  <li>
   Practicing OSHA safety standards.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performing accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs quality management/assurance activities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Administrating Intramuscular injections for vaccinations, antibiotics, anti-contraceptive, hormonal, or other medications under the order of the provider with proper documentation in the patient&rsquo;s medical records.
  </li>
  <li>
   Sorting and faxing prescription refills from pharmacy once approved by the provider.
  </li>
  <li>
   Arrange and assist patients with proper referrals with verification of process with the patient&rsquo;s insurance company including medical consultations, radiology orders, and laboratory orders.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare and assist in release and acquisition of patient medical records after proper consent if received.
  </li>
  <li>
   Scanning of medically necessary records/consults into the patient&rsquo;s Electronic Health Record for access and retrieval by providers and other staff in a timely manner.
  </li>
  <li>
   Checking phone messages in a timely manner and returning calls to the patient or routing calls/messages to the responsible party.
  </li>
  <li>
   Following Medication Policy for administration, receiving, and transferring medications and vaccines.
  </li>
  <li>
   Completing assigned tasks on daily schedule and monthly assigned duties.
  </li>
  <li>
   Completing assigned tasks of performing controls of POCT machines and documentation of results.
  </li>
  <li>
   Food Bank and Food RX training
  </li>
  <li>
   Completion of ASN TVFC state training modules for receiving, storing, transferring medication and vaccines from the state and knowledge of Data Loggers.
  </li>
  <li>
   Following guidelines for ordering, maintaining, and storing Private medications and vaccines.
  </li>
  <li>
   Knowledgeable of the incident reporting system for occurrences in the clinic.
  </li>
  <li>
   Knowledgeable and able to demonstrate ability to call codes
  </li>
  <li>
   Life Safety -emergency exits, fire extinguishers, spill kits, eye wash stations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provides input regarding quality projects and supporting benchmarks.
  </li>
  <li>
   Other duties as assigned.
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Education, Licensure/Certification
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  <li>
   High School Diploma or equivalent.
  </li>
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   Medical Assistant Certification is required.
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Experience, And Skills/Abilities Related Requirements
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   Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Continuing Education And Training Requirements
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  <li>
   Participates in trainings required by the agency, funding source(s), and/or as required by licensure if applicable.
  </li>
 </ul>
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Certified Medical Assistant

<p></p><div><p><b>About Us</b></p>
<p>
Avenue 360 Health and Wellness is a 7-site community-based health system designated as a federally qualified health center (FQHC). Avenue 360 provides high quality and caring service to promote healthy people and communities. Our 360-degree approach addresses medical, dental, behavioral health and social service needs. Our compassionate care extends to those with and without insurance, and we believe income must not determine the level of and access to quality health care. Providing comprehensive, high quality, and caring service is at the core of what we do, whether medical, dental, behavioral health, hospice care, or supportive housing programs.</p>
<p><b>
What we have to offer</b></p>
<p><b>
Our Compensation Package Includes</b>:</p>
<ul>
<li>Generous Paid Time Off- (11 paid holidays per year, 2 Floating Holidays per year, 14 paid Vacation days per year, 4 hours per month of accrued Sick days)</li>
<li>Medical, Dental, and Vision</li>
<li>401K match up to 4%.</li>
<li>Company paid Life Insurance</li>
<li>Company paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Overview:
</b></p><p>The Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled health professional (MSHP) who works interdependently with other health care professionals to provide quality health care to the patient. The Medical Assistant is educated and trained to perform both administrative and clinical skills in the medical care environment. The Medical Assistant is directly responsible to the physician-employer who hires him/her or any other physician-appointed supervisor in the facility. Medical Assisting is a distinct, unique allied health discipline separate from all other allied health professions governed by the Curriculum Review Board (CRB) and Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) of AMA and AAMA.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>Duties and Responsibilities:</b>
</p><p><b>I. ADMINISTRATIVE</b>
</p><ul><li>Front desk reception.
</li><li>Answering phones and scheduling appointments.
</li><li>Greet patients, completion of registration forms, and gives instructions.
</li><li>Filing and maintaining medical records.
</li><li>Filing and maintaining financial records.
</li><li>Preparing and typing correspondence.
</li><li>Processing, coding, and completing insurance claim forms.
</li><li>Processing mail.
</li><li>Purchasing and maintaining supplies and equipment.
</li><li>Performing computer skills in patient billing, transcription, scheduling, insurance claims, accounts receivable, and data base entry.
</li><li>Performing accounting, billing, and banking procedures.
</li><li>Arranging for hospital admissions and outside referrals for the physician.
</li><li>Calling prescriptions to the pharmacy for the provider.
</li><li>Communication skills using appropriate medical terminology.
</li><li>Following appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct.
</li><li>Joint Commission Readiness-badges on, no food, drink or cell phones at desks, Screen shields on any medical information or laptops when not present.
</li><li>Rooming patient with a Warm Welcome
</li><li>Measuring and recording vital signs. Recording patient interview, history and chief complaint and allergies if applicable.
</li><li>Providing patient education with regards to office policies, medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets.
</li><li>Preparing patients for examinations and performing routine screening tests.
</li><li>Assisting the physician with exams and minor office surgery.
</li><li>Preparing the lab form, phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
</li><li>Performing basic lab tests.
</li><li>Follows the &ldquo;Time Out&rdquo; Protocol for all procedures
</li><li>Familiar with our Ryan White, Title X, Sliding Fee scale documentation
</li><li>Performing EKGs.
</li><li>Assisting with X-ray and Physical Therapy procedures.
</li><li>Preparing and administering medications with physician&rsquo;s authorizations.
</li><li>Change dressings, applying bandages, and other first aid procedures.
</li><li>Maintaining supplies, equipment, stocking, and sterilizing instruments.
</li><li>Disposing of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
</li><li>Practicing OSHA safety standards.
</li><li>Performing accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
</li><li>Performs quality management/assurance activities.
</li><li>Administrating Intramuscular injections for vaccinations, antibiotics, anti-contraceptive, hormonal, or other medications under the order of the provider with proper documentation in the patient&rsquo;s medical records.
</li><li>Sorting and faxing prescription refills from pharmacy once approved by the provider.
</li><li>Arrange and assist patients with proper referrals with verification of process with the patient&rsquo;s insurance company including medical consultations, radiology orders, and laboratory orders.
</li><li>Prepare and assist in release and acquisition of patient medical records after proper consent if received.
</li><li>Scanning of medically necessary records/consults into the patient&rsquo;s Electronic Health Record for access and retrieval by providers and other staff in a timely manner.
</li><li>Checking phone messages in a timely manner and returning calls to the patient or routing calls/messages to the responsible party.
</li><li>Following Medication Policy for administration, receiving, and transferring medications and vaccines.
</li><li>Completing assigned tasks on daily schedule and monthly assigned duties.
</li><li>Completing assigned tasks of performing controls of POCT machines and documentation of results.
</li><li>Food Bank and Food RX training
</li><li>Completion of ASN TVFC state training modules for receiving, storing, transferring medication and vaccines from the state and knowledge of Data Loggers.
</li><li>Following guidelines for ordering, maintaining, and storing Private medications and vaccines.
</li><li>Knowledgeable of the incident reporting system for occurrences in the clinic.
</li><li>Knowledgeable and able to demonstrate ability to call codes
</li><li>Life Safety -emergency exits, fire extinguishers, spill kits, eye wash stations.
 </li><li>Provides input regarding quality projects and supporting benchmarks.
</li><li>Other duties as assigned.
</li><li>High School Diploma or equivalent.
</li><li>Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>II. CLINICAL</b>
</p><ul><li>Rooming patient with a Warm Welcome
</li><li>Measuring and recording vital signs. Recording patient interview, history and chief complaint and allergies if applicable.
</li><li>Providing patient education with regards to office policies, medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets.
</li><li>Preparing patients for examinations and performing routine screening tests.
</li><li>Assisting the physician with exams and minor office surgery.
</li><li>Preparing the lab form, phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
</li><li>Performing basic lab tests.
</li><li>Follows the &ldquo;Time Out&rdquo; Protocol for all procedures
</li><li>Familiar with our Ryan White, Title X, Sliding Fee scale documentation
</li><li>Performing EKGs.
</li><li>Assisting with X-ray and Physical Therapy procedures.
</li><li>Preparing and administering medications with physician&rsquo;s authorizations.
</li><li>Change dressings, applying bandages, and other first aid procedures.
</li><li>Maintaining supplies, equipment, stocking, and sterilizing instruments.
</li><li>Disposing of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
</li><li>Practicing OSHA safety standards.
</li><li>Performing accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
</li><li>Performs quality management/assurance activities.
</li><li>Administrating Intramuscular injections for vaccinations, antibiotics, anti-contraceptive, hormonal, or other medications under the order of the provider with proper documentation in the patient&rsquo;s medical records.
</li><li>Sorting and faxing prescription refills from pharmacy once approved by the provider.
</li><li>Arrange and assist patients with proper referrals with verification of process with the patient&rsquo;s insurance company including medical consultations, radiology orders, and laboratory orders.
</li><li>Prepare and assist in release and acquisition of patient medical records after proper consent if received.
</li><li>Scanning of medically necessary records/consults into the patient&rsquo;s Electronic Health Record for access and retrieval by providers and other staff in a timely manner.
</li><li>Checking phone messages in a timely manner and returning calls to the patient or routing calls/messages to the responsible party.
</li><li>Following Medication Policy for administration, receiving, and transferring medications and vaccines.
</li><li>Completing assigned tasks on daily schedule and monthly assigned duties.
</li><li>Completing assigned tasks of performing controls of POCT machines and documentation of results.
</li><li>Food Bank and Food RX training
</li><li>Completion of ASN TVFC state training modules for receiving, storing, transferring medication and vaccines from the state and knowledge of Data Loggers.
</li><li>Following guidelines for ordering, maintaining, and storing Private medications and vaccines.
</li><li>Knowledgeable of the incident reporting system for occurrences in the clinic.
</li><li>Knowledgeable and able to demonstrate ability to call codes
</li><li>Life Safety -emergency exits, fire extinguishers, spill kits, eye wash stations.
 </li><li>Provides input regarding quality projects and supporting benchmarks.
</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p><b>
Education, Licensure/Certification:
</b></p><ul><li>High School Diploma or equivalent.
</li>Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Experience, and Skills/Abilities Related Requirements:</b></p><br>
<p>
</p><p></p><p><b>Continuing Education and Training Requirements:</b>
</p><ul><li>Participates in trainings required by the agency, funding source(s), and/or as required by licensure if applicable.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Certified Medical Assistant (Heights)

Certified Medical Assistant (Spring/Cypress)

MedSpa at ChristiMD

<p><b>Medical Assistant &ndash; Longevity &amp; Aesthetics</b></p><p><b>Base Location: Katy, TXTravel Required: Yes (Katy + Galleria/Post Oak)</b></p><p><b>LifeSculptMD</b> is a physician-led Longevity &amp; Aesthetics practice seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to support hormone optimization, wellness, weight loss, and aesthetic services. This role is based in Katy with flexibility to travel between locations as needed.</p><p><b>Responsibilities Include:</b></p><p>Rooming clients, obtaining vitals, and assisting providers Preparing charts, labs, and documentation in the EMR Assisting with wellness, hormone, weight-loss, and aesthetic procedures Supporting lab coordination, medication workflows, and client follow-up Maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant clinical environment Providing excellent client experience and team support</p><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><p>Medical Assistant certification or equivalent experience preferred Med spa, wellness, hormone, or aesthetic experience strongly preferred Strong organization, attention to detail, and communication skills Comfortable in a fast-paced, client-focused environment Reliable, professional, and team-oriented</p><p><b>Why LifeSculptMD?</b></p><p>Physician-led Longevity and Aesthetics practice Supportive, growth-oriented team culture Exposure to advanced wellness and aesthetic services</p><p>Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Texas Children's Hospital

<div>
 <strong>
  Job Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 We are searching for a Medical Assistant II with our Outpatient BCM OBGYN Clinic in The Medical Center - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide patient care and excellent customer service in a healthcare setting. You will also assist in the coordination of flow and provider schedules to effectively manage patient care.
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 &ldquo;As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.&rdquo;
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 Think you&rsquo;ve got what it takes?
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 <strong>
  Qualifications
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 </strong>
 <strong>
  One of the following certifications are required:
  <br/>
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 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certificate from the National Health career Association required
  </li>
  <li>
   CMA-AAM- Certified Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Assistants
  </li>
  <li>
   EMT Certified Emergency Medical Technologist from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  </li>
  <li>
   EMT-A Certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technologist from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  </li>
  <li>
   EMT-B Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Basic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  </li>
  <li>
   EMT-I Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Intermediate from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  </li>
  <li>
   EMT-P Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Paramedic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  </li>
  <li>
   LIC PAR- License Paramedic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  </li>
  <li>
   NCMA- National Medical Assistant Certification from the National Center for Competency Testing required
  </li>
  <li>
   NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant from the National Association of Health Professionals required
  </li>
  <li>
   RMA- Registered Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants required
  </li>
  <li>
   2 years of related experience required
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Responsibilities
  <br/>
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Responds to customer questions with prompt information and/or services related to appointment status, wait time, or unanticipated problems
  </li>
  <li>
   Performs patient registration procedures per clinic process
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilizes the patient management system to mark the arrival of patients and opens accounts
  </li>
  <li>
   Changes status of all non-arrived patients daily to reflect canceled, no-show, or rescheduled status
  </li>
  <li>
   Prioritizes patients to be roomed based on appointment and arrival times and other clinic procedures
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists, as needed, licensed staff with the non-financial aspects of the inpatient admission process
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists with patient escorts and helps with paperwork as needed
  </li>
  <li>
   Assists in the collection and documentation of patient/family data which includes biophysical and psychosocial information according to clinic scope
  </li>
  <li>
   Reports abnormal or out of range data to RN or provider
  </li>
  <li>
   Ensures that requisitions have necessary clinical, demographic, billing, and payor information
  </li>
  <li>
   Monitors patient flow and fills in or assigns staff as necessary to avoid bottleneck and assure minimal patient wait time
   <br/>
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  About Us
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Since 1954, Texas Children&rsquo;s has been leading the charge in patient care, education and research to accelerate health care for children and women around the world. When you love what you do, it truly shows in the smiles of our patient families, employees and our numerous accolades such as being consistently ranked as the best children&rsquo;s hospital in Texas, and among the top in the nation by U.S. News &amp; World Report as well as recognition from Houston Business Journal as one of this city&rsquo;s Best Places to Work for ten consecutive years.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Texas Children&rsquo;s comprehensive health care network includes our primary hospital in the Texas Medical Center with expertise in over 40 pediatric subspecialties; the Jan and Dan Duncan Neurological Research Institute (NRI); the Feigin Tower for pediatric research; Texas Children &rsquo; s Pavilion for Women, a comprehensive obstetrics/gynecology facility focusing on high-risk births; Texas Children &rsquo; s Hospital West Campus, a community hospital in suburban West Houston; Texas Children &rsquo; s Hospital The Woodlands, the first hospital devoted to children &rsquo; s care for communities north of Houston; and Texas Children&rsquo;s Hospital North Austin, the new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin and Central Texas families. We have also created Texas Children &rsquo; s Health Plan, the nation &rsquo; s first HMO focused on children; Texas Children &rsquo; s Pediatrics, the largest pediatric primary care network in the country; Texas Children &rsquo; s Urgent Care clinics that specialize in after-hours care tailored specifically for children; and a global health program that is channeling care to children and women all over the world. Texas Children &rsquo; s Hospital is affiliated with Baylor College of Medicine, one of the largest, most diverse and successful pediatric programs in the nation.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
 <br/>
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 Texas Children&rsquo;s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
</div>


Medical Assistant II - Outpatient OBGYN Clinic

Texas Health and Human Services Commission

<div><div><div><div><div><p>Administrative Assistant
</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Date: </b>Mar 12, 2026
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>HOUSTON, TX
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) works to build on strengths of families and communities to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, so they thrive. We do this through investigations, services, and referrals.</div><br>
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What You Get Beyond Your Paycheck</b></div>
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When you join the State of Texas, your monthly paycheck is just one part of your real income. Our benefits provide extra value that many private employers simply don&rsquo;t match&mdash;often adding hundreds of dollars each month to what you take home or save.</div><br>
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Here&rsquo;s what you get as a full-time employee:</div>
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<li><b>100% paid health insurance</b> for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members&mdash;saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs</li>
<li><b>Retirement plans</b> with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans</li>
<li><b>Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave</b> so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that&rsquo;s time off you&rsquo;re actually paid for)</li>
<li><b>Optional dental, vision, and life insurance</b>&mdash;at rates much lower than most private plans</li>
<li><b>Flexible spending accounts</b> for added tax savings on health and dependent care</li>
<li><b>Employee discounts</b> on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment</li></ul><br>
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You also might qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster.</div>
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You can see all the details here: ERS recruitment brochure</div><br>
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Functional Title: </b>Administrative Assistant<br>
<b>Job Title: </b>CPS CVS Unit Admin Asst I<br>
<b>Agency: </b>Dept of Family &amp; Protectve Svc<br>
<b>Department: </b>Region 6A CPS Dir Del - CVS<br>
<b>Posting Number: </b>14827<br>
<b>Closing Date: </b>03/26/2026<br>
<b>Posting Audience: </b>Internal and External<br>
<b>Occupational Category: </b>Office and Administrative Support<br>
<b>Salary Range: </b>$2,694.34<b> </b>- $3,404.91<br>
<b>Pay Frequency: </b>Monthly<br>
<b>Salary Group: </b>TEXAS-A-09<br>
<b>Shift: </b>Day<br>
<b>Additional Shift:</b><br>
<b>Telework: </b>Not Eligible for Telework<br>
<b>Travel: </b>Up to 25%<br>
<b>Regular/Temporary: </b>Regular<br>
<b>Full Time/Part Time: </b>Full time<br>
<b>FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:</b> Nonexempt<br>
<b>Facility Location:</b><br>
<b>Job Location City:</b> HOUSTON<br>
<b>Job Location Address:</b> 3 NORTHPOINT DR<br>
<b>Other Locations:</b> Houston<br>
<b>MOS Codes:</b> 0100,0111,0170,3372,3381,4430,6046,15P,3F5X1,420A,42A,56M,68G,741X,8A200,AZ,LS,LSS,MC,PERS,PS,RP,SN<br>
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Brief Job Description:</b></div><br>
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The position provides administrative support to unit supervisor and staff. The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff and the general public.<br>
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To learn more about DFPS, please click here.</p><br>
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</b></div><div><b>Essential Job Functions (EJFs):</b></div><br>
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<li>Performs data entry into IMPACT and other electronic programs and systems.</li>
<li>Answers and screens telephone inquiries; takes and routes messages and records intake information for referral to caseworkers.</li>
<li>Prepares and maintains statistical reports, leave and personnel records, case control systems, case records and related files for the unit. Functions as the unit timekeeper and will process purchase orders as directed.</li>
<li>Types correspondence, forms narratives, travel vouchers, meeting notes, performance evaluations, and other documents to support work of the unit and files related documents.</li>
<li>Provides program and agency information and/or makes referrals to other community resources.</li>
<li>Greets visitors, responds to general questions, and directs callers to proper location.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations.</li>
<li>Promotes and demonstrates appropriate respect for cultural diversity among coworkers and all work-related contacts.</li>
<li>Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy.</li></ul><br>
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):</b></div><br>
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<li>Knowledge of computers.</li>
<li>Skill in using Microsoft Works or Windows environment.</li>
<li>Skill in working in an office supporting several staff members.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively handle multiple assignments in a dynamic environment.</li></ul><br>
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Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:</b></div><br>
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None Required</div><br>
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</b></div><div><b>Initial Screening Criteria:</b></div><br>
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<li>Graduation from high school or equivalent</li>
<li>One year full-time administrative support, general office, clerical, secretarial or Texas Department of Family and Protective Services experience.</li>
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<p>Acceptable Substitutions:</p>
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<li>Thirty semester hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required experience.</li></ul><br>
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Additional Information:</b></div><br>
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Administrative Assistants may be required to work together with DFPS caseworkers in providing supervision of children without placement (CWOP). Children can vary in age, but primarily the population that will be worked with is children that can range from 10 to 17 years of age. Responsibilities of the position include assisting the DFPS caseworker with monitoring children and ensuring needs are met during their office or community location stay to include safety, food, hygiene, education and entertainment/recreational activities. This could require working outside of the normal work schedule. If so, overtime compensation may be earned.</p>
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Factors such as education and experience may be considered when establishing the starting salary for employees coming from other state agencies within Texas.</p><br>
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Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.</p>
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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor&rsquo;s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions. You may also contact the DFPS Military Liaison at dfpsmilvets@dfps.texas.gov with additional questions.</p>
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Applicants selected for hire must pass a background check and if applicable a driver&rsquo;s record check.</p>
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State of Texas employees are required to maintain the security and integrity of critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2), State of Texas Business and Commerce Code. Applicants selected for hire comply with this code by completing related training and abiding by agency cybersecurity and communications system usage policies.</p>
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As a state agency, DFPS is required by Texas Administrative Code (TAC 206 and 213) to ensure all Electronic Information Resources (EIR) follow accessibility standards. The staff must be familiar with the WCAG 2.1 AA and Section 508 to create accessible content including but not limited to; Microsoft Office documents, Adobe PDFs, webpages, software, training guides, video, and audio files.</p>
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DFPS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Employees must provide documentation to DFPS to show their identity and authorization to work in the US. Please review the following link for authorized documents: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents .</p>
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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS/DFPS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS/DFPS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.</p><br>
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<b>Nearest Major Market: </b>Houston</p></div>

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