Legacy Community Health Houston , TX 77020
Posted 5 days ago
Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities
About the Position
The bilingual English/Spanish School Based Health Medical Assistant at Legacy Community Health assists providers in all exams and minor office procedures. You will also be responsible for maintaining supply inventory in exam rooms as well as cleaning and sterilizing equipment. As part of your role, you may also be required to give injections and draw blood.
Location
Legacy KIPP Mosaic Clinic
Key Responsibilities
Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, height, and weight in order to record information in medical records
Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens; log the specimens; and prepare them for testing
Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments and materials or performing such tasks as giving injections and removing sutures
Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean
Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies
Perform phone consultations with clients regarding test results and health concerns
Participate in clinic public health education and registration activities.
Will assist with administrative tasks that may be necessary for the successful operation of the clinics.
Performing client intake and notifying appropriate staff of the client's arrival.
Shift Schedule
Thursday 7am
4:15pm
Specialities
About Legacy Community Health
Legacy Community Health is a premium, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our goal is to treat the entire patient while improving their overall wellness and quality of life, in addition to providing free pregnancy tests, HIV/AIDS screening. At Legacy, we empower patients to lead better lives by promoting healthy behaviors and offering resources such as literacy classes, family planning services, and nutrition and weight management information.
Our roots began in 1981 as the Montrose Clinic, with specialization in HIV education, testing, and treatment. Since then, the agency has expanded to 10 clinics in Houston, one in Baytown, two in Beaumont, and one in Deer Park with extensive services that include: Adult primary care, HIV/AIDS care, pediatrics, OB/GYN and maternity, dental, vision and behavioral health. We also service students within KIPP and YES Prep schools. Legacy is committed to driving healthy change in our communities.
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
Certified Medical Assistant or certificate of Medical Assistant
Basic Life Support certification
Bilingual English/Spanish required
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
Long-Term Disability insurance
Life insurance and AD&D
403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Plan
Subsidized gym membership
24-hour travel assistance
Paid Time Off
PTO Exchange Program
Company holidays (9 days + 1 floating day)
Bereavement Leave
And more
Legacy Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.
Apply today.
Our short application process takes less than 3 minutes on your phone, tablet or computer.
Legacy Community Health