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Harris Health

<div>
 
 
 
 Medical Assistant &ndash; Correctional Health &ndash; 701 (25K Retention Bonus Eligible)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston, TX 77002, United States
 
 
 Job ID:
 
 178757
 
 
 Pay:
 
 $24.35 &ndash; $31.04 / hour
 
 
 Position Type:
 
 Full Time
 
 
 Career Area:
 
 Correctional Health
 
 
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 Harris Health System offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Benefits include:
 
 
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 Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
 
 
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 Prescription Drug Plan
 
 
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 Retirement Plans with employer contributions
 
 
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 Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
 
 
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 Tuition Reimbursement and continuing education support
 
 
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 Wellness programs and employee assistance services
 
 
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 Career advancement opportunities within a Magnet&reg;-designated system
 
 
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 About Harris Health System
 
 
 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&rsquo;s robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations, and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of U.S. health systems achieving Magnet&reg; nursing excellence designation, the prestigious NCQA designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers, and strong partnerships with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents, and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at UTHealth; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary &ndash; Correctional Health
 
 
 The Medical Assistant supports nursing and medical staff in patient care and performs routine administrative and clinical duties. This role coordinates activities in outpatient and procedural areas to ensure efficient patient flow while maintaining patient safety and satisfaction.
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education / Specialized Training / Licensure:
 
 
 
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 High School diploma or equivalent
 
 
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 Completion of a Medical Assistant program
 
 
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 Medical Assistant certification from one of the following:
 
 
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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
 
 
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 Work Experience:
 
 
 
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 One (1) year of recent relevant experience in a healthcare facility preferred
 
 
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 Skills / Knowledge:
 
 
 
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 Specialty-specific competency validation may be required
 
 
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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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 Proficiencies: P.C.
 
 
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 Job Attributes:
 
 
 
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 Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: 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), computer, fax machine
 
 
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 Why Harris Health?
 
 
 Join an award-winning healthcare system dedicated to the health and safety of patients in the Harris County Jail. As a Medical Assistant in Correctional Health, you will play a key role in delivering quality care, supporting clinical staff, and ensuring smooth, patient-centered operations.
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer
 
 
 Harris Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
 
 
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</div>

Medical Assistant – Correctional Health – 701 (25K Retention Bonus Eligible)

<div>
 
 
 
 Medical Assistant &ndash; Correctional Health &ndash; Medical Infirmary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston, TX 77002, United States
 
 
 Job ID:
 
 178896
 
 
 Pay:
 
 $24.35 &ndash; $31.04 / hour
 
 
 Position Type:
 
 Full Time
 
 
 Career Area:
 
 Correctional Health
 
 
 
 
 
 About Harris Health System
 
 
 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, focusing on low-income, uninsured, and underinsured patients. Through acute and primary care, wellness programs, disease management, and population health services, Harris Health works to improve outcomes for the entire community.
 
 
 
 
 Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health&rsquo;s network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations, and virtual (telemedicine) services. Harris Health is nationally recognized with Magnet&reg; nursing designation, NCQA patient-centered clinic recognition, and strong partnerships with faculty and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine, McGovern Medical School at UTHealth, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary &ndash; Correctional Health
 
 
 The Medical Assistant provides essential support to nursing and medical staff in patient care, performing routine administrative and clinical duties. This role coordinates activities in outpatient and procedural areas to ensure efficient patient flow, while maintaining high standards of patient safety and satisfaction.
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education / Specialized Training / Licensure:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 High School diploma or equivalent
 
 
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 Completion of a Medical Assistant program
 
 
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 Medical Assistant certification from one of the following:
 
 
 <ul>
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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
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 One (1) year of recent relevant experience in a healthcare facility preferred
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 Skills / Knowledge:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Specialty-specific competency validation may be required in a specialty area
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 Special Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
 
 
 </li>
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 Writing / Composing: Reports
 
 
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 Language(s): Bilingual skills preferred
 
 
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 Proficiencies: P.C.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Job Attributes:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Medical Terms
 
 
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 Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime
 
 
 </li>
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 Other Requirements: Computer and/or Key Entry Experience
 
 
 </li>
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 Equipment Operated: Medical equipment (e.g., EKG, sterilization, phlebotomy), computer, fax machine
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 Why Harris Health?
 
 
 Join Harris Health&rsquo;s Correctional Health team and help provide high-quality care to patients in the medical infirmary. This position offers hands-on clinical experience, opportunities to support staff development, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a correctional healthcare setting.
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Employer
 
 
 Harris Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
 
 
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Medical Assistant – Correctional Health – Medical Infirmary

Hamilton Health Box

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 Hamilton Health Box (HHB) is a rapidly growing healthcare startup operating hybrid telemedicine-enabled primary care clinics for small and medium businesses across the country. Our goal is to find high potential individuals to drive a high-touch, low-cost healthcare experience for all of our patients and clients.
 
 
 
 Position Summary
 
 
 
 Accountable to the Pod Manager, The On-Site Clinicial Assistant (OSC) is responsible for carrying out the daily clinical and administrative operations of a Hamilton Health Box location. This includes interacting with patients for scheduling and follow up, delivering protocol-driven care as ordered by the Provider, and implementing initiatives like preventative screening and
 
 
 health education. The OSC may also be coordinating care delivery with pharmacy services and referral networks to deliver excellent, efficient care to our patients. The OSC will communicate barriers to effective care to the Pod Manager and be committed to training and skill development. The OSC will also need to build and maintain interpersonal relationships with
 
 
 staff, providers, patients and the local community in a manner designed to project a positive image of Hamilton Health Box. There may be travel required to local locations.
 
 
 
 Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Collaborate with other departments to ensure employees receive appropriate care and programs.
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 Formulate individualized programs based on health risk assessment results while targeting high need departments with programs and interventions and adjusting programs as needed.
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 Assist with annual physicals and placement examinations, complete screenings, testing, and results reporting.
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 Help schedule and complete follow-up exams, return to work exams, and consultation.
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 Coordinate client referrals to other providers. Either arrange or perform follow-up evaluations of employees with detailed documentation of progress. Document in each employee's medical record.
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 Participate in formal classes for groups of employees. Coordinate health fairs, conduct training sessions for regulatory requirements.
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 Collect and interpret data on one-on-ones and program offerings assuring tabulations of utilization and evaluations are timely and thoroughly documented.
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 Provide one-on-one counseling/coaching with clients. Provide and interpret screening services as needed consulting the client with results and actions to take.
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 Consult with employees regarding health awareness, education, and care navigation.
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 Consult with internal and external partners to provide care navigation. Build teams and partnerships.
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 Ensure a safe working environment for self and coworkers by following regulatory agency and organizational policies and procedures.
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 Perform other responsibilities within the job class as requested by the PA/Nurse/Medical Assistant.
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 Able to work within electronic medical records and other software solutions to register patients, document visits and health education.
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 Other tasks as specified in the HHB OSC Training Manual
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 May need to travel between clinics.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
 
 
 
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 Ability to communicate effectively at all levels throughout an organization.
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 Ensure business is conducted in a timely, confidential, courteous, and professional manner.
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 Knowledge of specific disease and lifestyle related topics such as smoking cessation, weight management, nutrition, stress reduction and chronic condition.
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 Optimistic, understanding, innovative, conscientious.
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 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, employees, and the public.
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 Smart Phone Required - 250 MB for time keeping app
 
 
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 Education And Experience Requirements
 
 
 
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 Medical Assistant - Certified Medical Assistant Preferred
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 At least 2 years experience preferred
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 Basic Cardiac Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) - required prior to onboarding (American Heart Association or Red Cross ONLY)
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
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 Medical, Dental, &amp; Vision Insurance with partial employer contribution
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 Company-sponsored Life Insurance Policy
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 Life &amp; AD&amp;D insurance
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 Company-sponsored Long-Term Disability
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 Professional license renewal reimbursement
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 401K
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 On Demand Payments &ndash; access to earned wages prior to pay day
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 Short Term Disability
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 Free Unlimited Continuing Education (CE) access to over 2000 courses through our LMS which meet multiple licensing board requirements
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 Up to $500 in Referral Bonuses through our refer-a-friend program
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 Tuition Assistance Program
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 Paid Vacation &amp; Sick Leave
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 Paid Holidays
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 24/7 Access to Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial support.
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 Scrub Reimbursement at hire and annually
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 Advancement Opportunities
 
 
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 Base Pay
 
 
 
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 $18.00 to $24.00/hourly, depending on experience
 
 
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 Schedule
 
 
 
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 Weekdays Only! No Weekends!
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 7 am to 4 pm
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Medical Assistant - Full Time

UTHealth Houston

<div>We are hiring a Research Assistant III (Full-time) to join the UTHealth Houston McGovern Medical School Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology &amp; Reproductive Sciences. In this role you will shadow the PI, and abstract &amp; collect data on deidentified records.
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas&rsquo; resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That&rsquo;s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. 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:<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>
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees&rsquo; wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...<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>
Position Summary:
Conducts and executes complex scientific experiments and research endeavors and interprets the results.
Position Key Accountabilities:<ul><li>
Plans and implements research experiments according to research protocol. Research activities may include some or all of the following: patient recruiting and screening, traditional laboratory experiments and activities, informatics, field interviewer recruiting, screening, and training and/or animal laboratories.</li><li>
Makes independent decisions as required, which may impact research team or assigned project.</li><li>
Maintains accurate and timely records which may include notebooks, records, databases, etc. as needed by the research project.</li><li>
Assists with identifying type and quality of supplies needed for research project to ensure cost effectiveness and ensure smooth operations.</li><li>
May monitor laboratory and/or other supplies to ensure sufficient inventory to support research projects.</li><li>
May maintain clean laboratory equipment and/or work area to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.</li><li>
Stays abreast of new and updated protocols for research department. Participates in continuing education programs, seminars, and workshops.</li><li>
May provide guidance and training of laboratory technicians, field interviewers, research subjects, support staff and/or other assistants to ensure efficient, timely and high quality results.</li><li>
May provide updates to P.I. regarding research progress.</li><li>
Complies with all governmental and University policies, rules, regulation and codes.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Certification/Skills:<ul><li>
Advanced knowledge of concepts of research field assigned.</li></ul>
Minimum Education:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in appropriate field of science or relevant experience in lieu of education.</li></ul>
Minimum Experience:<ul><li>
Two (2) years of related experience in a research or clinical lab environment.</li><li>
May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements:
Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. This position may include work involving potentially hazardous chemical, biological or radioactive agents. 
Security Sensitive:
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.
Residency Requirement:
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.</div>

Research Assistant III - OBGYN Maternal Fetal Medicine

Avenue 360 Health and Wellness

<div>
 
 About Avenue360 Health And Wellness
 
 
 
 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.
 
 
 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.
 
 
 
 
 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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 We LEARN, GROW, and INNOVATE
 
 
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 Overview
 
 
 
 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.
 
 
 
 Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 I. ADMINISTRATIVE
 
 
 
 
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 Front desk reception.
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 Answering phones and scheduling appointments.
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 Greet patients, completion of registration forms, and gives instructions.
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 Filing and maintaining medical records.
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 Filing and maintaining financial records.
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 Preparing and typing correspondence.
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 Processing, coding, and completing insurance claim forms.
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 Processing mail.
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 Purchasing and maintaining supplies and equipment.
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 Performing computer skills in patient billing, transcription, scheduling, insurance claims, accounts receivable, and data base entry.
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 Performing accounting, billing, and banking procedures.
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 Arranging for hospital admissions and outside referrals for the physician.
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 Calling prescriptions to the pharmacy for the provider.
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 Communication skills using appropriate medical terminology.
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 Following appropriate legal and ethical professional conduct.
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 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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 II. CLINICAL
 
 
 
 
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 Rooming patient with a Warm Welcome
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 Measuring and recording vital signs. Recording patient interview, history and chief complaint and allergies if applicable.
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 Providing patient education with regards to office policies, medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets.
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 Preparing patients for examinations and performing routine screening tests.
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 Assisting the physician with exams and minor office surgery.
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 Preparing the lab form, phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
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 Performing basic lab tests.
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 Follows the &ldquo;Time Out&rdquo; Protocol for all procedures
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 Familiar with our Ryan White, Title X, Sliding Fee scale documentation
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 Performing EKGs.
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 Assisting with X-ray and Physical Therapy procedures.
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 Preparing and administering medications with physician&rsquo;s authorizations.
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 Change dressings, applying bandages, and other first aid procedures.
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 Maintaining supplies, equipment, stocking, and sterilizing instruments.
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 Disposing of biohazard waste according to OSHA standards.
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 Practicing OSHA safety standards.
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 Performing accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
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 Performs quality management/assurance activities.
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 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.
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 Sorting and faxing prescription refills from pharmacy once approved by the provider.
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 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.
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 Prepare and assist in release and acquisition of patient medical records after proper consent if received.
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 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.
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 Checking phone messages in a timely manner and returning calls to the patient or routing calls/messages to the responsible party.
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 Following Medication Policy for administration, receiving, and transferring medications and vaccines.
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 Completing assigned tasks on daily schedule and monthly assigned duties.
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 Completing assigned tasks of performing controls of POCT machines and documentation of results.
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 Food Bank and Food RX training
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 Completion of ASN TVFC state training modules for receiving, storing, transferring medication and vaccines from the state and knowledge of Data Loggers.
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 Following guidelines for ordering, maintaining, and storing Private medications and vaccines.
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 Knowledgeable of the incident reporting system for occurrences in the clinic.
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 Knowledgeable and able to demonstrate ability to call codes
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 Life Safety -emergency exits, fire extinguishers, spill kits, eye wash stations.
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 Provides input regarding quality projects and supporting benchmarks.
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 Other duties as assigned.
 
 
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 Education, Licensure/Certification
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 High School Diploma or equivalent.
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 Medical Assistant Certification is required.
 
 
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 Experience, And Skills/Abilities Related Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Continuing Education And Training Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Participates in trainings required by the agency, funding source(s), and/or as required by licensure if applicable.
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 </ul>
</div>

Certified Medical Assistant

Beamer Urgent Care

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Bilingual (spanish) Certified Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care in both clinic and hospital settings. This position requires a strong understanding of medical procedures, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The Certified Medical Assistant will assist healthcare professionals in delivering outpatient services, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining accurate medical records.Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist physicians and nursing staff with patient examinations and procedures.</li><li>Administer medications as directed by healthcare providers.</li><li>Perform basic life support (BLS) as necessary.</li><li>Collect and document patient medical histories, vital signs, and other relevant information.</li><li>Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and answering questions.</li><li>Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical equipment.</li><li>Ensure compliance with clinic protocols, including coding for insurance purposes.</li><li>Support the healthcare team in managing patient flow within the clinic or hospital setting.</li><li>Participate in ongoing training to stay current with best practices in patient care.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program is required.</li><li>Experience working in a clinic</li><li>Previous experience with coding for medical billing is advantageous.</li></ul>Join our team to make a difference in the lives of our patients while advancing your career in the medical field!Job Type: Full-timePay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hourWork Location: In person

Houston Methodist

<div>
 Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital
 
 
 We are currently hiring for multiple positions in this role!  We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available across various shifts, including [day shift 7am &ndash; 7pm, night shift 7pm &ndash; 7am].  By applying to this requisition, you will be considered for current and future openings that match your skills and availability. If you&rsquo;re looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexibility and a great company culture, we encourage you to apply today!
 
 
 At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) position is responsible for functioning as novice to competent and demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated nursing assistant level tasks for assigned age-specific, diverse patient population, assisting in the delivery of patient care and services under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This position conducts hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and records data established by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. The PCA position performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit-specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values.
 
 
 
 FLSA STATUS
 
 
 
 Non-exempt
 
 
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
 
 
 
 EDUCATION
 
 
 
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 High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 EXPERIENCE
 
 
 
 
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 Must complete one of the following:
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 PCA externship
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 PCA internal internship
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 Six months of direct patient care experience
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 Enrolled in a school of nursing program with a completed first clinical rotation
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
 
 
 
 
 
 Required
 
 
 
 
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 BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
 
 
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 SKILLS AND ABILITIES
 
 
 
 
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 Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
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 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
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 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
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 Performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL&rsquo;s) within unit specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity
 
 
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 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
 
 
 
 
 PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
 
 
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 Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole and facilitates problem resolution.
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 Interacts with peers, staff, and physicians in a supportive and respectful manner. Encourages open communication to achieve mutual understanding. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional. Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information in a clear and timely manner.
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 Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
 
 
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 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
 
 
 
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 Follows the patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Documents, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs.
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 Assists with maintaining, cleaning, and stocking of equipment and supplies as established on assigned unit. May serve as an in-house courier which may include retrieving blood, hand delivering labs, tele boxes, etc. Organizes the workflow, problem-solves basic and routine matters, and manages multiple ongoing priorities, seeking guidance and assistance from preceptor, licensed nurse, or management.
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 Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability, i.e., bedside shift handoff/report.
 
 
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 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
 
 
 
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 Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to licensed personnel to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
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 Provides appropriate hand-off at change of shift at patient bedside to communicate and collaborate, promoting patient-centered care.
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 Conducts hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met (four P&rsquo;s). Reports near misses and collaborates with the interprofessional health care team to improve patient safety.
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 Contributes towards improving quality and safety scores, through peer-to-peer accountability. Supports initiatives to prevent conditions such as pressure injuries, patient falls, and hospital-acquired infections.
 
 
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 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
 
 
 
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 Assists with patient and staffing needs (floats) across the service line or hospital as competencies allow. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently.
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 Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, assisting coworkers as needed.
 
 
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 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
 
 
 
 
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 Offers innovative solutions in performance improvement projects and shared governance activities.
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 Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs on knowledge base, skill level and decision-making, as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an on-going basis.
 
 
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 SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
 
 
 
 
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 WORK ATTIRE
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 Uniform: No
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 Scrubs: Yes
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 Business professional: No
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 Other (department approved): Yes
 
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 ON-CALL*
 
 
 
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 Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
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 On Call* No
 
 
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 TRAVEL**
 
 
 
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 Travel specifications may vary by department**
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 May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
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 May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
 
 
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 Required
 
 
 
 
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 BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
 
 
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 Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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