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Houston Methodist

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

Physician Assistant - ObGyn (Clearlake)

Baylor College of Medicine

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Summary</h2></div><div>
The Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Division in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to provide high quality critical care services under the direction of a physician at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. The candidate will be expected to provide clinical excellence and scholarly enthusiasm. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will be appointed as a faculty Instructor and be eligible for full faculty benefits. 
Primary responsibilities include management of patients in the surgical ICU or thoracic surgical ICU at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center overnight from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM. This will include a variety of general surgery, transplant, vascular, cardiothoracic and general thoracic patients.
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Duties</h2></div><div><ul><li>
Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.</li><li>
Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.</li><li>
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.</li><li>
Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.</li><li>
Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.</li><li>
Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.</li><li>
Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.</li><li>
Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.</li><li>
Perform other job related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Minimum Qualifications</h2></div><div><ul><li>
Education Required: Master&rsquo;s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.</li><li>
Experience Required: None required.</li><li>
Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board or APRN license by the Texas Board of Nursing. Specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.</li></ul></div></div></div> 
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</div>

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Surgical Critical Care Night Shift

Amaze Health

<div>
 Amaze Health delivers concierge-style virtual care that feels like having a trusted &ldquo;doctor friend&rdquo; on call 24/7, for everything from sudden illnesses to chronic conditions and mental health. As a true partner, we simplify the healthcare maze, guiding patients with clarity, compassion, and confidence while empowering them to take control of their health. Beyond treatment, we provide partnership, helping people feel heard, supported, and cared for throughout their journey. Join us as we transform healthcare, one patient at a time.
 
 
 Amaze is seeking a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA), to join our dedicated virtual care team. We welcome Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) who are driven by empathy, continuous learning, and delivering patient-first solutions in a flexible, on-demand environment.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Uncover root causes: Ask thoughtful, intuitive questions over video or secure chat to understand the underlying issues behind illness, injury, or medical conditions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deliver accurate diagnoses: Utilize clinical expertise, patient history, and remote diagnostic tools to provide precise and informed assessments in a virtual setting.
 </li>
 <li>
 Guide care decisions: Efficiently order, interpret, and follow up on lab tests, leveraging digital platforms to personalize and coordinate each patient&rsquo;s care plan.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prescribe with clarity: Electronically write prescriptions and clearly explain their proper usage, administration, and possible side effects, ensuring patients feel informed and confident through virtual or written communication.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate as a team: Work closely with physicians, fellow APPs, and the extended care team to deliver seamless, coordinated care with a patient-first approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Innovate under pressure: Respond to emerging challenges with creative, patient-centered solutions that adapt to the realities and opportunities of virtual care.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Education &amp; Licensure: Active, unrestricted license as an APP. NPs must hold a compact nursing license.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience: A minimum of four (4) years providing care in primary, family, urgent or emergency care.
 </li>
 <li>
 Key Attribute: Strong communication and digital literacy skills to connect with patients and team members alike in a virtual environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Language: While not required, candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Location: While this is a virtual position, applicants must live in one of the following states - Arizona, Colorado, Illinois, Missouri, Ohio, Pennsylvania or Texas.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What We Offer
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 An inclusive culture that values diverse backgrounds and expertise, brought together in a virtual workspace.
 </li>
 <li>
 Opportunities to grow and innovate within a forward-thinking, technology-driven healthcare environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Flexible, remote working arrangements to help you balance life and work.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 If you&rsquo;re a dedicated healthcare professional ready to make a real difference, we want to hear from you. Help us empower healthier lives, one virtual visit at a time.
 
 
 
 Join our virtual care team today and advance your career while reaching patients wherever they need you most.
 
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
 
 Amaze provides an extensive benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with paid time off and a 401(k) plan.
 
 
 Pay Range is $55- $70/hr
 
 
 
 Shift is four (4) - 10 hour days with rotating weekends
 
</div>

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Remote

Neurology/ Pain Management

OverviewJoin our dynamic healthcare team as a Nurse Practitioner, where you will play a vital role in delivering comprehensive patient care across diverse clinical settings. This energetic position offers the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, utilize advanced clinical skills, and make a meaningful difference in patients' lives. You will be empowered to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of health conditions while adhering to best practices and regulatory standards. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about providing exceptional care, this is the perfect role for you!As a nurse practitioner, you will be provided extensive training, guidance and support throughout. You will be supervised by supervising Physician, very good work environment with good pay salary and benefits. Somebody who is willing to work hard and willing to train would be the ideal candidateDuties<ul><li>Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical examinations and vital signs, to determine health status and develop individualized care plans</li><li>Prescribe medications and treatment regimens in accordance with state regulations and collaborative practice agreements</li><li>Perform procedures such as suturing, IV insertion, catheterization, and dermal filler administration with precision and sterile technique</li><li>Manage acute pain, infectious diseases, and chronic conditions across various specialties including geriatrics, pediatrics, emergency medicine, and behavioral health</li><li>Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation of medical records and patient interactions</li><li>Collaborate closely with physicians, specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes</li><li>Participate in clinical research initiatives and contribute to quality improvement projects to advance healthcare practices</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Valid Nurse Practitioner license with current certification to practice independently or under collaborative agreements</li><li>Proven experience working in diverse clinical environments such as hospitals (Level I &amp; II trauma centers), emergency rooms, ICU or critical care units, nursing homes, or outpatient clinics</li><li>Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, ICD coding (ICD-9/10), CPT coding, and drug enforcement regulations (DEA) for prescribing controlled substances</li><li>Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems including Epic, Athenahealth, Cerner, or similar platforms; telehealth experience is highly valued</li><li>Demonstrated skills in patient assessment techniques such as venipuncture, phlebotomy, sterile processing, specimen collection/processing, and airway management</li><li>Experience managing complex cases involving trauma care, dialysis patients, hospice &amp; palliative medicine or occupational health is preferred</li><li>Ability to perform advanced procedures like spinal taps or cardiac catheterization when applicable; familiarity with medical imaging techniques such as sonography is a plus</li><li>Excellent client communication skills with a focus on health coaching and patient education across age groups including pediatrics and seniors</li><li>Knowledge of HIPAA regulations ensuring confidentiality of medical records and sensitive information</li><li>Critical care experience including ICU or emergency room settings; experience working in high-acuity environments such as trauma centers or neonatal units is advantageous</li></ul>Join us in delivering compassionate healthcare that transforms lives! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training opportunities while fostering a vibrant team environment dedicated to excellence.Pay: $90,000.00 - $139,255.52 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Spanish (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Houston, TX 77070 (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Nurse Practitioner

Job Description
 
Job Title: Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery (Inpatient)
 Division: Surgery
 
Work Arrangement: 
Location: Houston, TX
 
Salary Range: 
FLSA Status: Exempt
 
Work Schedule: 
Summary
 
The David J. Sugarbaker Division of Thoracic Surgery in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to provide high quality surgical care under the direction of a group of physicians at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center. Candidate will be expected to provide clinical excellence and scholarly enthusiasm. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will be appointed as a faculty Instructor and be eligible for full faculty benefits.
 
Job Duties
 
Primary responsibilities include inpatient care of thoracic surgery patients in coordination with attending physician and resident physician teams. This will include thorough pre-round chart review, engagement in collaborative rounds with attending physicians as well as independent rounding, documentation of clinical decision-making and treatment plans, coordination and execution of the day’s care plan, including wound management and other procedural interventions as needed, and frequent follow up on pt progress and testing to ensure patients are progressing through their plan of care.
 
Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations. See consults independently and/or with residents/fellows in various settings – floor, ICU, ED, etc.
 Formulate assessments and plans and evaluate the patient response to care
 Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic procedures, including, but not limited to x-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, and MR and CT imaging
 Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the EPIC electronic medical record system
 Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments (while inpatient and upon discharge)
 Educate patients on prescribed therapeutic regimens, home care and health maintenance
 Remove chest tubes and JP drains as indicated, provide wound care to chest tube sites and surgical wounds
 Perform bedside simple wound debridement, suture closure, and bedside intrapleural therapeutic procedures
 Provide wound care and education on cervical esophagostomies, negative pressure wound therapies (wound vac), feeding tubes, indwelling pleural catheters, and tracheostomies to patients and staff
 Provide guidance and work direction to support staff, including, but not limited to nurses, social workers, and clinic coordinators
 Optimize discharge planning for all patients including participation in daily multidisciplinary rounds for floor and ICU patients, as well as timely and clear discharge communication to outpatient team
 Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care
 Provide orientation, direction and support to PA/NP students, medical students, and/or residents assigned to the service
 Promote a positive work environment with a team-based approach through supportive and respectful interactions with peers, staff, learners, and faculty
 Other duties as assigned
 Minimum Qualifications
 Education Required: Master’s degree in in Nursing.
 Experience Required: None required.
 Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
 Required Qualifications
 Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner Program
 Board certification by appropriate certifying organization
 Licensed as a Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas
 DEA certification
 Preferred Qualifications
 Surgical experience preferred
 
Work Authorization Requirement: 
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
 
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
 
Requisition ID: 24555

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery (Inpatient)

<div>At Houston Methodist, the Medical Assistant Certified (MA) position is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direct supervision of the clinical or administrative leadership. This position is responsible for assisting providers in the administration of patient care in assigned clinical areas. The MA position assists with patient examinations, procedures, diagnostic studies, treatment, and dressing changes. This position also performs general administrative duties in accordance with CLIA, HIPAA, NCQA and government standards, as well as company policies and procedures. The MA position participates in patient care which is under the direction of a physician and within the scope of a medical assistant. This position may also be required to schedule patient appointments, ensure medical necessity compliance, and verify eligibility for care.
<div>FLSA STATUS 
Non-exempt 
 
QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li><li>
Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT
</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
</li></ul> 
SKILLS AND ABILITIES<ul><li>
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
</li><li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
</li><li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
</li><li>Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
</li><li>Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
</li><li>Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment
</li><li>Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care
</li><li>Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
</li>Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
 
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
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.
</li><li>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. Takes messages via telephone/email to forward to the provider/registered nurse.
</li><li>Contributes towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul> 
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.
</li><li>Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient&rsquo;s electronic medical record (EMR), care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
</li><li>Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.
</li><li>Contributes towards improving department scores for patient satisfaction through peer-to-peer accountability.
</li></ul> 
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Assists with maintaining equipment and supplies.
</li><li>Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician or nurse to achieve desired patient outcomes. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
</li><li>Sterilizes instruments and equipment under the supervision of Sr. Medical Assistant or Registered Nurse.
</li><li>Contributes to identification of improvement activities, impacting quality and safety targets, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team.
</li></ul> 
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Responsible for stocking exam rooms and taking inventory.
</li><li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other team members.
</li></ul> 
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS<ul><li>
Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement projects and professional development activities.
</li><li>Seeks guidance and validation of knowledge base, skill level and decision making as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel.
</li>Completes and updates My Development plan (MDP) on an on-going basis. 
<li>
</li></ul> 
 
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
<ul>
WORK ATTIRE<li><ul><li>
Uniform: Yes
</li><li>Scrubs: Yes
</li><li>Business professional: No
</li><li>Other (department approved): No
</li></ul></li> 
ON-CALL* 
<li><ul><li>Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.</li></ul></li><li><ul><li>
On Call* No
</li></ul></li> 
TRAVEL** 
**Travel specifications may vary by department**<li><ul><li>
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
</li><li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
</li></ul></li></ul></div>QUALIFICATIONS 
 
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
</li></ul> 
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
Two years of Medical Assistant experience in a clinic/outpatient setting or one year in the Novice-II position
</li></ul> 
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS 
Required<ul><li>
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and</li>
<li>Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT
</li></ul>Preferred
CPT &ndash; Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA) 
<ul><li>
</li></ul> 
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist&rsquo;s overall strategy to become one of the nation&rsquo;s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div>

Medical Assistant Certified - Surgery - Medical Center

DermCare Management

<div><div>Medical Assistant</div>
<div><div> 
The Medical Assistant verifies patient information by interviewing the patient, recording medical history, and documenting purpose of visit. They prepare patients for examination, assist in procedures as appropriate and perform a variety of patient care tasks under the supervision of a licensed health care provider. Duties range widely from administrative to clinical. 
<div>Key Responsibilities:</div>
 
General:</div>
<ul><li>Maintaining patient privacy and always adhering to HIPAA guidelines.</li>
<li>Using computer applications- performing any data entry tasks to document patient demographics, records or note to file. Documenting patients' medical information, including medical history and review of symptoms within EHR of patients&rsquo; chart.</li>
<li>Managing office telephone system, including answering calls and returning messages.</li>
<li>Scheduling patient appointments and maintaining communication to confirm future appointments when necessary.</li>
<li>Informing patients on laboratory results and documenting properly within chart.</li>
<li>Updating and filing patient medical records and or any patient correspondence.</li>
<li>Coding and filling out insurance forms.</li>
<li>Transmitting prescription or refill requests as directed by provider.</li>
<li>Obtaining prescription authorizations for patient medications.</li>
<li>Reporting and recording applicable diagnosis of malignant results to the FCDS portal.</li>
<li>Creating certified letter communication for noncompliant patients needing treatment for malignant results.</li>
<li>Inform management of clinical supplies needed.</li>
</ul><div>Clinical Duties:</div>
<ul><li>Welcoming and greeting patients.</li>
<li>Maintaining HIPAA and always performing OSHA standards.</li>
<li>Taking medical histories, recording patients' chief complaint and documenting provider evaluation notes of visit in patients&rsquo; chart.</li>
<li>Monitoring and documenting patient symptoms for physicians' review during clinical exams.</li>
<li>Preparing patients for examination-Prepping exam rooms for clinical, surgical or cosmetic procedures and assisting providers during exams with patient care.</li>
<li>Preparing and administering medications as directed by a provider.</li>
<li>Explaining treatment procedures to patients.</li>
<li>Ensuring all consents are signed by the patient prior to provider performing any type of procedure.</li>
<li>Pre and post photos to be taken and documentation to be listed in detail for any procedure, biopsy or surgical along with cosmetic.</li>
<li>Collecting, labeling and preparing laboratory specimens.</li>
<li>Instructing patients about medication.</li>
<li>Removing sutures and changing dressings.</li>
<li>Maintaining proper cleaning of medical instruments and sterilization.</li>
<li>Reviewing office use medication and patient samples expiration dates.</li>
<li>Properly disinfecting and restocking of medical supplies in patient exam rooms.</li>
<li>Providing compassionate patient support and care, attention and assistance during office visits. Being a patient Liaison. Medical assistants are instrumental in helping patients feel at ease in the physician&rsquo;s office.</li>
</ul><div>Qualifications:</div>
<ul><li>Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.</li>
<li>Medical Assistant Certification strongly preferred.</li>
<li>Minimum of one (1) year of Medical Assistant experience, preferably in Dermatology or a closely related specialty; with a willingness and genuine interest to learn.</li>
<li>Ability to travel between clinic locations as needed and applicable to provider coverage.</li>
<li>Bilingual skills are a plus; not required.</li>
<li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to effectively prioritize work and adapt quickly to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment.</li>
<li>Strong team player with the ability to collaborate and work cohesively with others.</li>
<li>Ability to maintain professionalism and composure under pressure.</li>
<li>Highly adaptable and receptive to change.</li>
<li>Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and make appropriate decisions with minimal supervision.</li>
</ul><div>Benefits:</div>
<ul><li>Medical Insurance</li>
<li>Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Vision Insurance</li>
<li>Supplemental health benefits</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Holidays</li>
<li>Retirement plan (401k)</li>
</ul><div>Physical Demands and Work Environment</div>
<div></div><div>This position operates primarily in a professional office/clinical environment. The role regularly requires standing, sitting, working at a computer, communicating with employees, managers, physicians, patients, and walking throughout the day. There are no regular lifting requirements beyond standard office/ practice materials. The work environment is typical of a medical practice setting.</div> 
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This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not encompass all tasks or responsibilities that may be required. The duties and requirements of this role may be subject to change and additional duties may be assigned as needed.</div></div></div>

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