Medical Assistant With Pediatric Experience – Bilingual Required

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Company Overview

Pediatrics of Southwest Houston has proudly served Houston's international community for over 47 years. Our mission is to provide a medical home for children, blending up-to-date, evidence-based medicine with compassionate care to support the healthy development of each child.

Summary

As a Medical Assistant at Pediatrics of Southwest Houston, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support to our pediatric team. This position is essential in ensuring that our young patients receive the best possible medical attention in a welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
• Measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, and blood pressure.
• Administer medications as prescribed and ensure proper documentation.
• Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures and answering questions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and medical supplies.
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records (EHR).
• Support the front office with administrative tasks as needed, including scheduling appointments.
• Foster a compassionate environment that encourages open communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and procedures related to pediatrics.
• Experience in patient care settings, preferably in a pediatric or urgent care environment.
• Ability to measure and record vital signs accurately.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with children and their parents.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems is a plus.
• Fluent in Spanish, both spoken and written, to communicate effectively with Spanish-speaking patients and families.

If you are passionate about working with children and want to contribute to their health and well-being, we invite you to apply today to join our dedicated team at Pediatrics of Southwest Houston.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Pediatrics

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever used Office Practicum EMR in your previous positions? If so, please briefly describe your experience with it.

Experience:

• Pediatrics: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)
• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bellaire, TX 77401 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bellaire, TX 77401: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person