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Pediatricz Now Primary Care

<div><p><b>About the Role:</b></p><p>
The Medical Assistant plays a critical role in supporting healthcare providers by ensuring the smooth operation of clinical and administrative tasks within a medical facility. This position involves direct patient interaction, including preparing patients for examinations, taking vital signs, and assisting with medical procedures such as phlebotomy and specimen collection. The Medical Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean and sterile environment by properly sterilizing medical instruments and managing specimen processing accurately. By collaborating closely with Nurse Practitioners and other healthcare professionals, the Medical Assistant helps deliver high-quality patient care and enhances overall clinical efficiency. Ultimately, this role contributes significantly to patient satisfaction and the effective delivery of healthcare services. As well manages Referrals to process of directing patients to the correct health care specialist, services or community resources.</p><p><b>
Minimum Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program.</li><li>
Proven experience in phlebotomy and specimen processing.</li><li>
Knowledge of medical instruments and sterilization techniques.</li><li>
Ability to accurately measure and record vital signs.</li><li>
Strong understanding of clinical procedures and patient care protocols.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Experience working alongside Nurse Practitioners/ MD's or in a similar clinical setting.</li><li>
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.</li><li>
Additional certification in phlebotomy or specialized medical assisting skills.</li><li>
Basic life support (BLS) or CPR certification.</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant.</li></ul><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Prepare patients for examination by taking vital signs and recording medical histories.</li><li>
Assist healthcare providers, including Nurse Practitioners/Physicians, during medical examinations and procedures.</li><li>
Perform phlebotomy and draw blood samples following proper protocols and safety standards.</li><li>
Process and label specimens accurately for laboratory analysis.</li><li>
Sterilize and maintain medical instruments and equipment to ensure a safe clinical environment.</li><li>
Manage patient records and documentation in compliance with healthcare regulations.</li><li>
Schedule patient appointments and coordinate communication between patients and healthcare staff.</li><li>
Verifies patients' eligibility and insurance coverage, obtains pre-authorizations for treatments or service and handles any denial letters.</li><li>
Perform applicable medical procedures collect and prepare Laboratory specimen, administer injection/immunizations and perform venipuncture.</li></ul><p><b>
Skills:</b></p><p>
The required skills such as Medical Assisting, Medical Instruments handling, and Phlebotomy are essential for performing clinical tasks like drawing blood, taking vital signs, and assisting with patient examinations. Proficiency in Specimen Processing and Sterilization ensures that all samples are handled safely, and instruments are maintained in a hygienic state, which is critical for patient safety and infection control. Working knowledge of Nurse Practitioner collaboration allows the Medical Assistant to effectively support advanced clinical care and respond to patient needs efficiently. Preferred skills like familiarity with electronic health records and additional certifications enhance the ability to manage patient information accurately and provide comprehensive support. Strong communication skills are used daily to interact compassionately with patients and coordinate seamlessly with healthcare teams.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Location Address: 11803 Westheimer Rd Ste.720 Houston, TX 77077</b></p><p><b>
Scheduled: Monday- Friday, 8am-5pm</b></p></div>

Medical Assistant

Optum

<div><p>Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind <b>Caring. Connecting. Growing together.</b></p><p></p><p><br>
We are seeking qualified candidates for the role of Medical Assistant at varying levels (I, II, III). The selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level based on qualifications and experience. All levels contribute to patient care under the supervision of licensed medical professionals, with increasing responsibilities at higher levels.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Primary Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Medical Assistant I:<ul><li>
Provide supportive patient care functions under supervision</li><li>
Ensure patient safety and comfort in accordance with legal and professional standards</li><li>
Perform delegated tasks as directed by a physician or RN</li></ul></li><li>
Medical Assistant II:<ul><li>
Includes all duties of MA I</li><li>
Administer injectables and perform advanced clinical tasks</li><li>
Requires additional experience and/or certification</li></ul></li><li>
Medical Assistant III:<ul><li>
Includes all duties of MA I and II</li><li>
Perform high-level clinical procedures</li><li>
Serve as a resource for less experienced staff</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.</p><p><b>
Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED</li><li>
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program</li><li>
BLS certification through the American Heart Association</li><li>
No experience required with a certification/registration as a Medical Assistant OR 1 year of directly related Medical Assistant experience without certification/registration</li><li>
Basic medical/nursing terminology</li><li>
Computer proficiency</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
For MA II:<ul><li>
Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant</li><li>
5+ years of directly related experience</li></ul></li><li>
For MA III:<ul><li>
Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant</li><li>
8+ years of directly related experience</li><li>
Experience in Ambulatory Care</li><li>
EPIC and Windows-based computer systems experience</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $32.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.</p><p></p><p><i><br>
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.</i></p><p></p><p><i><br>
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.</i></p></div>

Medical Assistant I/II/III- Kelsey-Seybold Clinic- Upper Kirby

Memorial Hermann Health System

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
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Job Summary
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Responsible for assisting providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. Assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. Also performs general administrative duties in accordance with TJC, CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. All patient care is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant.
<br>Job Description
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<b>Minimum QualificationsEducation:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>High school diploma or GED required;andGraduation from a Medical Assistant programor</li>
<li>Eligible for certification by either the American Medical Technologist (AMT)or</li>
<li>The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)or</li>
<li>National Health career Association (NHA)or National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) required within 12 months of hire</li>
</ul>
<b>Licenses/Certifications:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) ora Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) orCertified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)or</li>
<li>Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) required within 12 months of hire; and Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire</li>
<li>Maintains required credentials</li>
</ul>
<b>Experience / Knowledge / Skills:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Six (6) months of medical assistant experience required;or Completion of a medical assistant externship required</li>
<li>Demonstrates ability to maintain good communications; ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, physicians, patients, families, and the public</li>
<li>Working knowledge of ICD9/10 and CPT coding and insurance procedures</li>
<li>Works primarily a pre-determined schedule but occasional requirements to work evenings or weekends depending on patient care needs may exist; ability to float to other clinic practices as needed is an expectation</li>
</ul>
Principal Accountabilities
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<ul>
<li>Under the overall supervision of the Practice Manager, direct clinical supervision of the physician and within established policies and procedures, the incumbent performs the following functions:</li>
<li>Delivers appropriate care to patients, at a proficient level; is cross-trained to competently care for patients in a Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) setting.</li>
<li>Reviews charts prior to patients’ scheduled appointment to assure that all requested lab work and diagnostic procedures have been completed and that reports have been returned and are accessible to the provider.</li>
<li>Reviews, obtains, and records patient vital signs, temperature, pulse, height, weight and blood pressure and reason for visit and uses the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) appropriately and follows guidelines.</li>
<li>Cross trains to perform patient access tasks, including: take messages and assist providers with return phone calls to patients and pharmacies appropriately.</li>
<li>Direct patients to examination rooms; assists in preparing patients for examination. Notifies provider of patient’s arrival and readiness for their examination.</li>
<li>Assists providers with patient examinations and procedures, including (but not limited to) surgical procedures, GYN exams, diagnostic studies, and treatments.</li>
<li>Operates and monitors functioning of equipment; hands instruments to the provider.</li>
<li>Conducts hearing, vision, breathing and EKG testing; records results in chart.</li>
<li>Administers medications as directed using seven rights. Performs venipuncture, collects urine specimens, and complete lab tests procedures according to policies and procedures. Handles all specimens using Universal Precautions.</li>
<li>Recognizes emergency situations, seeks assistance and intervenes appropriately.</li>
<li>Monitors patient during and following procedures; looks for reactions and other visible complications; reacts to emergency situations; notifies the appropriate person in the event of a medical emergency.</li>
<li>Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.</li>
<li>Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.</li>
<li>Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>


Medical Assistant, Pediatrics - MHMG West University Holcombe

Harris Health

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<div><div><div>Career area</div>
<div>Allied Health</div>
</div><div><div>Position Type</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Pay</div>
<div>$22.14 - $28.22</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Smith Clinic, Houston, TX 77054, United States</div>
</div><div><div>Job ID</div>
<div>180248</div>
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</div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><p>Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet&reg; nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.</p>
</div><div><p>JOB SUMMARY:
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The Medical Assistant is accountable for supporting nursing and medical staff in patient care; and performs routine administrative and clinical duties. The Medical Assistant coordinates activities in the outpatient and procedural areas to facilitate smooth patient flow.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Education: High School diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program
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Licensure/Certification: Medical Assistant certification from one of the following is required:
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American Medical Technologists (AMT)
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American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
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National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
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National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
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National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
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Vision and Hearing certifications as appropriate to specialty area within six (6) months of hire
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Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
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Other certificates as required by unit/service.<br>
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Work Experience: One (1) year of recent relevant experience in a healthcare facility preferred.
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Skills/Knowledge: Specialty-specific competency validation may be required in a specialty area.
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Special Requirements
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Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact),
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Writing /Composing: Reports.
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Language(s): Bilingual skills preferred
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Other Skills: PC , Medical Terms .
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Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime.
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Other Requirements: Computer and/or Key Entry Experience.
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Equipment Operated: Medical equipment (e.g., EKG, sterilization, phlebotomy, etc.), computer, fax machine</p></div></div></div></div></div>

Medical Assistant- Smith Clinic

Houston Injury & Wellness Clinic

<p>We are seeking an experienced and versatile Physician Assistant to join our team, providing care in both emergency and wellness settings. This role requires a provider who is confident managing primary care, emergency cases and immigration screening exams while also delivering high-quality wellness services and medical weight loss treatments. You will be seeing patients from our clinics and Emergency Room.</p><p><b>Work Schedule: </b>Tuesday - Saturday // 9am - 5pm</p><p>NOTE: This is a 1099 position.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Manage Primary care patients</li><li>Provide care for ER Patients</li><li>Provide wellness services</li><li>Develop and oversee individualized medical weight loss plans</li><li>Perform patient assessments, order and interpret labs, and create treatment plans</li><li>Educate patients on treatment options, preventive care, and lifestyle modifications</li><li>Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation</li><li>Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>Licensed Physician Assistant in Texas</li><li>Emergency Room experience</li><li>Experience in medical weight loss management</li><li>Strong clinical, communication, and decision-making skills</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment</li></ul><p>Pay: $70.00 - $80.00 per hour</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>How many years of ER experience do you have?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Physician Assistant

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<div><div><div>Career area</div>
<div>Allied Health</div>
</div><div><div>Position Type</div>
<div>Full Time</div>
</div><div><div>Pay</div>
<div>$20.87 - $25.42</div>
</div><div><div>Location</div>
<div>Ben Taub Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States</div>
</div><div><div>Job ID</div>
<div>180215</div>
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<li>Email</li></ul></div></div>
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet&reg; nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.</p>
<p>At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset-our people-ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.</p>
</div><div><div>Job Summary
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The Patient Care Assistant II (PCA II) is accountable for supporting patient care activities, under the supervision of a registered nurse, on inpatient nursing units. The PCA II works closely with the charge nurse and staff nurses to assure patient care needs are met. The PCA II performs patient care activities, as delegated, and adheres to patient safety measures. The PCA II is proficient in the performance of basic patient care activities, medical terminology, communication, organizational, and computer skills. The PCA II demonstrates and role models personal and professional effectiveness.
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Minimum Qualifications
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Education:
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High School diploma or GED plus technical skills/training appropriate to the specialty area.
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Licenses &amp; Certifications:
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<ul><li>Certified Nurse Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician-Basic; Nursing students actively attending an accredited nursing program are exempt of certification requirement provided a satisfactory completion of first clinical/foundations course.
</li><li>Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
</li><li>Aggression Management certification within 90 days of hire
</li><li>EKG, and/or Phlebotomy competency validation required, as applicable to specialty area within 6 months of hire.
</li><li>Other certificates as required by unit/service/clinic.
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Work Experience: Two (2) years related clinical experience (experience in nursing program clinical rotations is applicable)
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Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)
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Proficiencies: Personal Computer, MS Word, Typing
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Job Attributes
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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Medical Terms
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Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Patient Care Assistant II - Ben Taub - MedSurg 5C - FT/Day

UTHealth Houston

<div><p><b>The Research Assistant II will support the RECOVER clinical trial, a multi-center study evaluating Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Therapy for individuals with treatment-resistant depression (TRD), conducted at the Center for Interventional Psychiatry (CIP) at the UCT Clinic. This position plays a critical role in participant identification, eligibility determination, study coordination, and long-term follow-up of participants enrolled in VNS research.</b></p><p><b>
The position requires extensive review and interpretation of psychiatric and medical records to determine study eligibility, including assessment of prior antidepressant medication trials, psychotherapy history, psychiatric hospitalizations, neuromodulation treatments, medical comorbidities, and other factors relevant to treatment-resistant depression. The Research Assistant II must be able to synthesize complex clinical information and communicate findings effectively to investigators and clinical staff.</b></p><p><b>
Responsibilities include participant recruitment, informed consent, clinical and research assessments, regulatory documentation, data collection, and coordination of study procedures across screening, implantation, and longitudinal follow-up phases. The Research Assistant II will work closely with psychiatrists, neurosurgeons, research coordinators, sponsors, and study participants to ensure compliance with study protocols, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.</b></p><p><b>
This position is ideal for individuals with advanced training in health sciences, psychology, psychiatry, or medicine who are interested in clinical research involving treatment-resistant depression, neuromodulation, and interventional psychiatry. Schedule is Monday through Friday, with routine start times at 8:00 AM, at our Center for Interventional Psychiatry Clinic. Occasional flexibility may be required based on participant schedules and study needs.</b></p><p><b>
Candidates may possess a Master&rsquo;s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Public Health, Clinical Research, Nursing, Social Work, or a related health sciences field, or an MD (or equivalent) obtained outside the United States that does not require U.S. licensure for this research position. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong knowledge of psychiatric disorders, including treatment-resistant depression, as well as psychopharmacology, psychotherapy interventions, and common medical comorbidities. Experience conducting comprehensive medical record reviews and synthesizing complex psychiatric and medical histories is essential, along with the ability to evaluate prior medication trials, psychotherapy treatments, psychiatric hospitalizations, and neuromodulation interventions to support study eligibility determinations. Candidates should have a solid understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP), human subjects protection, and research ethics, and experience coordinating clinical research studies and interacting with study participants. Familiarity with interventional psychiatry treatments&mdash;such as Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS), Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and ketamine-based therapies&mdash;is strongly preferred. Proficiency with Epic, REDCap, Microsoft Office, electronic data capture systems, and experience with source documentation, regulatory compliance, and electronic case report forms (eCRFs) are required. The role demands strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, strict adherence to confidentiality and HIPAA requirements, and experience working with individuals with major depressive disorder, treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, or other serious mental illnesses.</b></p><p><b>
What we do here changes the world.</b> UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.</p><p><b>
Once you join us you won't want to leave. </b>It&rsquo;s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you&rsquo;d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:</p><ul><li>
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees</li><li>
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time &ndash; all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)</li><li>
The longer you stay, the more vacation you&rsquo;ll accrue!</li><li>
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)</li><li>
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!</li></ul><p><b>
We take care of our employees! </b>As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...</p><ul><li>
Free financial and legal counseling</li><li>
Free mental health counseling services</li><li>
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs</li><li>
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.</li><li>
Resources for child and elder care</li><li>
Plus many more!</li></ul><p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p><p>
Under general direction, conducts basic/ translational research, which may include animal work and other research activities. Research activities may include some or all of the following: handle biological samples, perform laboratory experiments and activities, and data collection. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices.</p><p>
Additional research duties include conducting comprehensive pre-screening and detailed medical record reviews to assess participant eligibility, including evaluation of psychiatric diagnoses, treatment history, psychotherapy exposure, medication trials, medical comorbidities, and prior interventional treatments. The position involves synthesizing complex psychiatric and medical histories for investigator review, identifying relevant prior treatments for treatment-resistant depression, and supporting eligibility determinations. Other duties include recruiting and screening participants, obtaining informed consent, coordinating and scheduling study visits and long-term follow-ups, and administering or assisting with psychiatric, cognitive, and behavioral assessments per protocol. The role also requires accurate data collection, entry, and quality control within electronic data capture systems, as well as maintaining source documentation, regulatory files, and essential study records in compliance with regulatory standards. The assistant will collaborate closely with investigators, clinical teams, sponsors, CROs, and regulatory offices, monitor participant safety, report adverse events and protocol deviations, support audits and monitoring visits, and implement strategies to promote participant retention throughout the study lifecycle.</p><p><b>
Position Key Accountabilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Under general direction, performs laboratory experiments and activities to support research objectives.</li><li>
Maintains accurate and timely documentation including notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project. May prepare graphic representations of data results.</li><li>
Maintains clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.</li><li>
Under general direction, monitors laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects in a timely manner.</li><li>
Stays abreast of new and updated procedures and protocols for research laboratory. Must maintain compliance with required training. May participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.</li><li>
As needed, coordinates the work of laboratory technicians, support staff and other assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results. Answers questions or resolves problems regarding routine or more complex duties.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><b><br>
Certification/Skills:</b></p><p>
None</p><p><b>
Minimum Education:</b></p><p>
Bachelor's Degree required May substitute required education with equivalent years of experience beyond the minimum experience requirement.</p><p><b>
Minimum Experience:</b></p><p>
One year of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment.</p><p>
May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.</p><p><b>
Physical Requirements:</b></p><p>
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.</p><p><b>
Security Sensitive:</b></p><p>
This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code &sect;51.215 and Texas Government Code &sect;411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code &sect;117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. &sect;791.4.</p><p><b>
Residency Requirement:</b></p><p>
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</p></div>

Research Assistant II - Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences' RECOVER

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